Dr. John Pak, MD
Contact & Location
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Dr. John Pak is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Colorado Springs, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Pak has performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#59 in Colorado) and 20 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 55 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Pak performs below average in knee (35 vs 49 avg), below average in shoulder (20 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Pak's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and shoulder replacements (20 cases).
Colorado Springs is home to 22 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Pak extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 35 to 55 in the most recent data, a 57% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Pak's 35 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Pak Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pak's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 57% from 35 procedures in 2013 to 55 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Pak
How does Dr. Pak's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Pak has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pak ranks #68 out of 165 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pak perform?
Dr. Pak's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and shoulder replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pak in Colorado Springs?
Yes. There are 22 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. Pak 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. Pak's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 55 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pak's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pak's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 35 procedures in 2013 to 55 in the most recent data, a 57% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 81 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Pak perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pak's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Pak compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs, Dr. Pak ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Colorado Springs has 240 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Dr. Pak's 55 Medicare procedures are below the Colorado Springs average of 129. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Colorado Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Jepson | 240 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Howarth | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jordan Schaeffer | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Weinstein | 120 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Feign | 109 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Derek Purcell | 95 | Knee, Shoulder |
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