Dr. Jonathan Godin, M.D.
Contact & Location
970-476-1100
Vail, CO 81657
Dr. Godin performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 22% of orthopedic surgeons in Colorado, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #42 of 54 ranked shoulder surgeons in Colorado.
About Dr. Godin
Practice. Dr. Jonathan Godin is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Vail, Colorado. The latest annual CMS data records 17 shoulder replacements. That is #42 in Colorado for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 6 years. Volume has held between 12 and 19 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 17 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Vail has 4 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 17 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Godin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Godin's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 19 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Godin
How does Dr. Godin's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Godin has performed 17 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. Godin ranks #148 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Godin perform?
Dr. Godin's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Godin in Vail?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Vail 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. Godin 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Godin's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 17 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. Godin's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Godin's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 19 procedures per year between 2018 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Godin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Godin is affiliated with Vail Health Hospital, Montrose Regional Health, Uchealth Yampa Valley Medical Center, Heart Of The Rockies Regional Medical Center, Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Godin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Vail?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Vail, Dr. Godin ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Vail has 84 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Godin practices?
Vail Health Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Montrose Regional Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Uchealth Yampa Valley Medical Center (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 Vail, Colorado
Dr. Godin's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Vail average of 46. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Vail.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Provencher | 84 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Ruzbarsky | 61 | Hip, Shoulder |
| Dr. Leslie Vidal | 22 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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