Dr. Anthony Sanchez, M.D.
Contact & Location
720-455-3775
Castle Rock, CO 80109
About Dr. Sanchez
Dr. Anthony Sanchez is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Castle Rock, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Sanchez performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#92 in Colorado) and 14 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 35 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Sanchez performs below the state average in knee (21 vs 48), below the state average in shoulder (14 vs 33).
Dr. Sanchez's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and shoulder replacements (14 cases).
Dr. Sanchez is the only orthopedic surgeon in Castle Rock represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Sanchez extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 35 in the most recent data, a 192% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Sanchez's 21 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 | 0 |
| 2014 | 16 | 17 |
| 2015 | 20 | 0 |
| 2016 | 16 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 13 | 0 |
| 2019 | 18 | 13 |
| 2020 | 24 | 15 |
| 2021 | 25 | 19 |
| 2022 | 13 | 17 |
| 2023 | 24 | 14 |
| 2024 | 21 | 14 |
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. Sanchez Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sanchez's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 192% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 35 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. Sanchez
How does Dr. Sanchez's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Sanchez has performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Colorado average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Sanchez ranks #106 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sanchez perform?
Dr. Sanchez's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and shoulder replacement (14 cases).
Where is Dr. Sanchez's practice located?
Dr. Sanchez practices in Castle Rock, Colorado. The office is located at 4350 Limelight Ave Ste 100, Castle Rock, CO 80109. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Sanchez for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sanchez 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. Sanchez's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 35 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sanchez's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sanchez's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 35 in the most recent data, a 192% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 44 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Sanchez perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sanchez's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sanchez affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sanchez is affiliated with Adventhealth Castle Rock, Adventhealth Parker, Adventhealth Littleton.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sanchez practices?
Adventhealth Castle Rock (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Adventhealth Parker (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Littleton (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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