Dr. Brinceton Phipps, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Brinceton Phipps is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Durango, Colorado. In 2023, Dr. Phipps performed 110 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#8 in Colorado) and 100 hip replacements (#4 in Colorado), for a combined total of 210 procedures. This places Dr. Phipps among the highest-volume joint replacement surgeons in Colorado.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
110 verified cases
#8 in Colorado
Hip Replacement
100 verified cases
#4 in Colorado

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Phipps

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (210 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Phipps, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 970-259-3020
575 Rivergate
Durango, CO 81301
NPI: 1578592283
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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