Dr. Alexander Meininger is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Dr. Meininger has completed 37 knee replacements (#55 in Colorado), 13 shoulder replacements, and 12 hip replacements — totaling 62 Medicare-verified procedures.
Dr. Meininger's 62 Medicare procedures are near the Colorado median of 44. The state has 165 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Meininger performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (37 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (13) and hip replacements (12).
Steamboat Springs is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Steamboat Springs area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Meininger
How does Dr. Meininger's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Meininger has performed 62 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Meininger ranks #59 out of 165 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Meininger perform?
Dr. Meininger performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (37 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Meininger in Steamboat Springs?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Steamboat Springs in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Colorado surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Meininger represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Meininger's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 62 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Compare Dr. Meininger's volume with other surgeons practicing in Steamboat Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryan Bomberg | 23 | Knee |
| Dr. Andreas Sauerbrey | 22 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Sisk | 18 | Knee |
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