Dr. David Loucks, M.D.
Contact & Location
303-699-7325
Lone Tree, CO 80124
Englewood, CO 80112
Dr. Loucks performs more hip replacement procedures than 84% of orthopedic surgeons in Colorado, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 92 ranked hip surgeons in Colorado.
About Dr. Loucks
Practice. Dr. David Loucks is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lone Tree, Colorado. The latest annual CMS data records 57 hip replacements and 55 knee replacements, 112 procedures in all. That is #14 in Colorado for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 111 and 147 procedures a year.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 57 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Lone Tree has 7 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 | 74 | 47 |
| 2014 | 91 | 56 |
| 2015 | 93 | 46 |
| 2016 | 83 | 45 |
| 2017 | 81 | 55 |
| 2018 | 77 | 62 |
| 2019 | 60 | 63 |
| 2020 | 46 | 65 |
| 2021 | 63 | 57 |
| 2022 | 55 | 75 |
| 2023 | 51 | 61 |
| 2024 | 57 | 55 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Loucks Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Loucks's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 111 to 147 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Loucks
How does Dr. Loucks's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Loucks has performed 112 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Loucks ranks #24 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Loucks perform?
Dr. Loucks's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (57 cases) and knee replacement (55 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Loucks with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Loucks ranks #14 in Colorado for hip replacement with 57 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 169 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Loucks in Lone Tree?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Lone Tree 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. Loucks 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Loucks's total volume across all insurers at roughly 370 to 470 procedures against the 112 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. Loucks's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Loucks's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 111 to 147 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Loucks perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Loucks's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (57 cases), knee replacement (55 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Loucks affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Loucks is affiliated with Adventhealth Castle Rock, Adventhealth Parker.
How does Dr. Loucks compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lone Tree?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Lone Tree, Dr. Loucks ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Loucks is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lone Tree.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Loucks practices?
Adventhealth Castle Rock (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Adventhealth Parker (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 Lone Tree, Colorado
Dr. Loucks's 112 Medicare procedures are above the Lone Tree average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lone Tree.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Xenos | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Greenhow | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Fitzgerald | 28 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Joyce | 24 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Koenig | 22 | Hip |
| Dr. Edward Szuszczewicz | 13 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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