Dr. Jared Pate, MD
Contact & Location
Longmont, CO 80504
Dr. Jared Pate is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Longmont, Colorado. Dr. Pate has performed 13 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #114 in Colorado.
In Colorado, Dr. Pate performs below average in knee (13 vs 48 avg).
Dr. Pate's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 13 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Longmont is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Longmont area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Pate first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Pate's 13 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. Pate Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pate has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Pate
How does Dr. Pate's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Pate has performed 13 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Colorado average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Pate ranks #157 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pate perform?
Dr. Pate's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pate in Longmont?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Longmont 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. Pate 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. Pate's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pate affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pate is affiliated with Wilkes Regional Medical Center, North Carolina Baptist Hospital. Dr. Pate maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Pate compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Longmont?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Longmont, Dr. Pate ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Longmont has 72 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pate practices?
Wilkes Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); North Carolina Baptist Hospital (3 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 Longmont, Colorado
Dr. Pate's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Longmont average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Longmont.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Cooney | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nirav Shah | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Fitzgibbons | 43 | Knee |
| Dr. Lucas Schnell | 20 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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