Dr. Braden Mayer, M.D.
Contact & Location
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Dr. Braden Mayer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Greenwood Village, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Mayer has performed 43 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #9 in Colorado.
In Colorado, Dr. Mayer performs above average in shoulder (43 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Mayer's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 43 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Mayer is the only orthopedic surgeon in Greenwood Village represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Mayer's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2015. Volume peaked at 103 procedures in 2019 before settling at 43 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mayer's 43 verified procedures is above the national average of 29.
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. Mayer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mayer's recorded volume peaked at 103 procedures in 2019 and stood at 43 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mayer
How does Dr. Mayer's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Mayer has performed 43 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. Mayer ranks #96 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mayer perform?
Dr. Mayer's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 43 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Mayer with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Mayer ranks #9 in Colorado for shoulder replacement with 43 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 169 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Mayer's practice located?
Dr. Mayer practices in Greenwood Village, Colorado. The office is located at 8200 E Belleview Ave, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Mayer for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mayer 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. Mayer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mayer's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Mayer's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 103 procedures in 2019 and was 43 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mayer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mayer is affiliated with University Of Colorado Hospital Authority, Hca Healthone Sky Ridge.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mayer practices?
University Of Colorado Hospital Authority (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hca Healthone Sky Ridge (3 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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