Dr. Brian Larkin, M.D.
Contact & Location
303-321-6600
Denver, CO 80220
Dr. Larkin performs more knee replacement procedures than 83% of orthopedic surgeons in Colorado, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #19 of 118 ranked knee surgeons in Colorado.
About Dr. Larkin
Practice. Dr. Brian Larkin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Denver, Colorado. The latest annual CMS data records 72 knee replacements and 57 hip replacements, 129 procedures in all. That is #19 in Colorado for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 58 procedures a year to 129, up 122%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 72 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Denver has 21 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 25 | 33 |
| 2014 | 42 | 69 |
| 2015 | 33 | 67 |
| 2016 | 37 | 53 |
| 2017 | 43 | 53 |
| 2018 | 42 | 85 |
| 2019 | 45 | 70 |
| 2020 | 23 | 48 |
| 2021 | 48 | 49 |
| 2022 | 37 | 59 |
| 2023 | 40 | 57 |
| 2024 | 57 | 72 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Larkin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Larkin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 122% from 58 procedures in 2013 to 129 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Larkin
How does Dr. Larkin's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Larkin has performed 129 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Larkin ranks #16 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Larkin perform?
Dr. Larkin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases) and hip replacement (57 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Larkin with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Larkin ranks #19 in Colorado for knee replacement with 72 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 169 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Larkin in Denver?
Yes. There are 21 orthopedic surgeons in Denver 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. Larkin represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Larkin's total volume across all insurers at roughly 430 to 540 procedures against the 129 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Larkin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Larkin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 58 procedures in 2013 to 129 in the most recent data, a 122% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 129 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Larkin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Larkin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases), hip replacement (57 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Larkin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Larkin is affiliated with Hca Healthone Rose, Intermountain Health Saint Joseph Hospital, University Of Colorado Hospital Authority.
How does Dr. Larkin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Denver?
Among the 21 orthopedic surgeons in Denver, Dr. Larkin ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Larkin has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Larkin practices?
Hca Healthone Rose (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Intermountain Health Saint Joseph Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); University Of Colorado Hospital Authority (5 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Denver, Colorado
Dr. Larkin's 129 Medicare procedures are above the Denver average of 101. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Denver.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Todd Miner | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dennis Chang | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Parks | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charlie Yang | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Jennings | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Hunt | 76 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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