Dr. Kevin Borchard, M.D.
Dr. Kevin Borchard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Craig, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Borchard has completed 72 knee replacements (#22 in Colorado), 26 hip replacements, and 16 shoulder replacements, totaling 114 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Borchard performs above average in knee (72 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (26 vs 38 avg), below average in shoulder (16 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Borchard performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (72 cases), followed by hip replacements (26) and shoulder replacements (16).
Dr. Borchard is the only orthopedic surgeon in Craig represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Borchard's Medicare record spans 10 years from 2014 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 42 to 138 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Borchard's 72 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Borchard Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Contact & Location
Craig, CO 81625
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Borchard's procedure volume has been consistent across 10 years of Medicare data, ranging from 42 to 138 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Borchard
How does Dr. Borchard's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Borchard has performed 114 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Colorado average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Borchard ranks #23 out of 165 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Borchard perform?
Dr. Borchard performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (72 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (16 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Where is Dr. Borchard's practice located?
Dr. Borchard practices in Craig, Colorado. The office is located at 785 Russell St, Craig, CO 81625. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Borchard for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Borchard 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. Borchard's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 114 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Borchard's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Borchard's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 10 years of Medicare data, ranging from 42 to 138 procedures per year between 2014 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Borchard perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Borchard's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (16 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Borchard among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Borchard affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Borchard is affiliated with Pioneers Medical Center, Community Hospital, Uchealth Yampa Valley Medical Center, Grand River Medical Center, Family Health West Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Borchard practices?
Pioneers Medical Center (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Community Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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.
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