Dr. Clint Brian Blackwood, MD
Dr. Clint Brian Blackwood is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boulder, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Blackwood has performed 161 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#4 in Colorado) and 68 hip replacements, for a combined total of 229 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Blackwood performs well above average in knee (161 vs 49 avg), above average in hip (68 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Blackwood's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (161 cases) and hip replacements (68 cases).
Boulder is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Boulder area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Blackwood extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 102 to 229 in the most recent data, a 125% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Blackwood's 161 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #135 nationally.
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. Blackwood Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Contact & Location
Boulder, CO 80301
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Blackwood's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 125% from 102 procedures in 2013 to 229 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. Blackwood
How does Dr. Blackwood's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Blackwood has performed 229 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Colorado average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Blackwood ranks #5 out of 165 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Blackwood perform?
Dr. Blackwood's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (161 cases) and hip replacement (68 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Blackwood with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Blackwood ranks #4 in Colorado for knee replacement with 161 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 165 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Blackwood in Boulder?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Boulder 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. Blackwood 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. Blackwood's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 229 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Blackwood's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Blackwood's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 102 procedures in 2013 to 229 in the most recent data, a 125% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 229 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Blackwood perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Blackwood's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (161 cases), hip replacement (68 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Blackwood affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Blackwood is affiliated with Foothills Hospital.
How does Dr. Blackwood compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boulder?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Boulder, Dr. Blackwood ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Blackwood has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Blackwood practices?
Foothills Hospital (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Boulder, Colorado
Dr. Blackwood's 229 Medicare procedures are above the Boulder average of 89. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boulder.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Austin Chen | 97 | Hip |
| Dr. Michael Repine | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Erik Bowman | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Holzmeister | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Rector | 55 | Hip |
| Dr. Dirk Dolbeare | 46 | Knee |
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