Dr. Henry Yu, MD
Dr. Henry Yu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Frisco, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Yu has performed 41 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#25 in Colorado) and 28 knee replacements, for a combined total of 69 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Yu performs near average in hip (41 vs 38 avg), below average in knee (28 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Yu's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (41 cases) and knee replacements (28 cases).
Frisco is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Frisco area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Yu also maintains hospital privileges in CO and NJ and NM, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Colorado.
Dr. Yu first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Yu's 41 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Yu Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Contact & Location
Frisco, CO 80443
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Yu
How does Dr. Yu's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Yu has performed 69 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Yu ranks #51 out of 165 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yu perform?
Dr. Yu's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (41 cases) and knee replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yu in Frisco?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Frisco 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. Yu 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. Yu's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 69 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Yu perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Yu's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (41 cases), knee replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yu affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Yu is affiliated with Vail Health Hospital, Community Medical Center, St Anthony Summit Hospital, Heart Of The Rockies Regional Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital A Div Of Taos Health Systems. Dr. Yu maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Yu compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Frisco?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Frisco, Dr. Yu ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Yu is among the highest-volume surgeons in Frisco.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Yu practices?
Vail Health Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Community Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Anthony Summit Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Frisco, Colorado
Dr. Yu's 69 Medicare procedures are below the Frisco average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Frisco.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nathan Cafferky | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Max Seiter | 49 | Shoulder |
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