Dr. Leslie Vidal, M.D.
Contact & Location
970-476-1100
Vail, CO 81657
Denver, CO 80220
Dr. Vidal performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 40% of orthopedic surgeons in Colorado, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #32 of 54 ranked shoulder surgeons in Colorado.
About Dr. Vidal
Practice. Dr. Leslie Vidal is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Vail, Colorado. The latest annual CMS data records 22 shoulder replacements. That is #32 in Colorado for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 16 procedures a year to 22, up 38%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 22 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 15 |
| 2015 | 0 | 14 |
| 2016 | 0 | 26 |
| 2017 | 0 | 17 |
| 2018 | 0 | 14 |
| 2019 | 0 | 14 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 19 |
| 2023 | 0 | 16 |
| 2024 | 0 | 22 |
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. Vidal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Vidal's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 38% from 16 procedures in 2013 to 22 in the most recent data.
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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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.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Vidal
How does Dr. Vidal's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Vidal has performed 22 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. Vidal ranks #136 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vidal perform?
Dr. Vidal's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Vidal 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. Vidal 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. Vidal's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 22 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. Vidal's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Vidal's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2013 to 22 in the most recent data, a 38% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 26 procedures in 2016.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vidal affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Vidal is affiliated with Vail Health Hospital, Montrose Regional Health, Community Hospital, Intermountain Health St. Mary'S Regional Hospital, Heart Of The Rockies Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Vidal compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Vail?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Vail, Dr. Vidal ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Vidal is among the highest-volume surgeons in Vail.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Vidal 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); Community Hospital (4 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 Vail, Colorado
Dr. Vidal's 22 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. Jonathan Godin | 17 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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