Dr. Alexander Meininger, MD
Contact & Location
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
Dr. Alexander Meininger is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Meininger has performed 51 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#42 in Colorado) and 25 hip replacements, for a combined total of 76 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Meininger performs near average in knee (51 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (25 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Meininger's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (51 cases) and hip replacements (25 cases).
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.
Medicare records for Dr. Meininger extend back to 2018, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 76 in the most recent data, a 407% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Meininger's 51 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
How Dr. Meininger Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Meininger's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 407% from 15 procedures in 2018 to 76 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Meininger
How does Dr. Meininger's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Meininger has performed 76 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Meininger ranks #50 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Meininger perform?
Dr. Meininger's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
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 76 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Meininger's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Meininger's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2018 to 76 in the most recent data, a 407% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 76 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Meininger perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Meininger's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Meininger affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Meininger is affiliated with Uchealth Yampa Valley Medical Center, Memorial Hospital, The.
How does Dr. Meininger compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Steamboat Springs?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Steamboat Springs, Dr. Meininger ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Meininger has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Meininger practices?
Uchealth Yampa Valley Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Memorial Hospital, The (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Dr. Meininger's 76 Medicare procedures are above the Steamboat Springs average of 39. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Steamboat Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryan Bomberg | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jay Thompson | 12 | Hip |
| Dr. Adam Wilson | 11 | Hip |
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