Dr. Hunter Warwick, MD
Contact & Location
Denver, CO 80205
Dr. Hunter Warwick is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Warwick has performed 36 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#38 in Colorado) and 19 knee replacements, for a combined total of 55 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Warwick performs near average in hip (36 vs 38 avg), below average in knee (19 vs 48 avg).
Dr. Warwick's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (36 cases) and knee replacements (19 cases).
Denver is home to 21 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Denver area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Warwick first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Warwick's 36 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Warwick Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Warwick
How does Dr. Warwick's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Warwick has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Warwick ranks #74 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Warwick perform?
Dr. Warwick's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (36 cases) and knee replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Warwick in Denver?
Yes. There are 21 orthopedic surgeons in Denver 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. Warwick 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. Warwick's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 55 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Warwick perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Warwick's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (36 cases), knee replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Warwick compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Denver?
Among the 21 orthopedic surgeons in Denver, Dr. Warwick ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Denver has 129 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Denver, Colorado
Dr. Warwick's 55 Medicare procedures are below the Denver average of 98. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Denver.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Larkin | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Miner | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dennis Chang | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Parks | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charlie Yang | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Jennings | 91 | Hip, Knee |
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