Dr. David Forrester, MD
Contact & Location
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Dr. David Forrester is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Dr. Forrester has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#79 in Colorado) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Forrester performs below average in knee (28 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (24 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Forrester's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
Colorado Springs is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Colorado Springs area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Forrester first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Forrester's 28 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)
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. Forrester Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Forrester
How does Dr. Forrester's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Forrester has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Forrester ranks #80 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Forrester perform?
Dr. Forrester's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Forrester in Colorado Springs?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs 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. Forrester 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. Forrester's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Forrester perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Forrester's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Forrester affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Forrester is affiliated with St Francis Hospital - Interquest, University Colo Health Memorial Hospital Central, Penrose Hospital, Uchealth Grandview Hospital.
How does Dr. Forrester compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs, Dr. Forrester ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Colorado Springs has 216 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Forrester practices?
St Francis Hospital - Interquest (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); University Colo Health Memorial Hospital Central (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Penrose 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 Colorado Springs, Colorado
Dr. Forrester's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Colorado Springs average of 130. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Colorado Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Jepson | 216 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Feign | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Howarth | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jordan Schaeffer | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Weinstein | 119 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Derek Purcell | 87 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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