Dr. Lynn Voss, M.D.
Contact & Location
Boulder, CO 80301
Dr. Lynn Voss is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boulder, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Voss has performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#82 in Colorado) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Voss performs below average in knee (25 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Voss's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (25 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Boulder is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Boulder area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Voss extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 43 in the most recent data, a 54% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Voss's 25 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. Voss Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Voss's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 54% from 28 procedures in 2014 to 43 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Voss
How does Dr. Voss's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Voss has performed 43 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. Voss ranks #94 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Voss perform?
Dr. Voss's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Voss in Boulder?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Boulder 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. Voss 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. Voss's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Voss's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Voss's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2014 to 43 in the most recent data, a 54% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 45 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Voss perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Voss's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Voss affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Voss is affiliated with Wray Community District Hospital, Yuma District Hospital, Kit Carson County Memorial Hospital, Sterling Regional Medcenter.
How does Dr. Voss compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boulder?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Boulder, Dr. Voss ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Boulder has 213 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Voss practices?
Wray Community District Hospital (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 Boulder, Colorado
Dr. Voss's 43 Medicare procedures are below the Boulder average of 93. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boulder.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Clint Brian Blackwood | 213 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Austin Chen | 99 | Hip |
| Dr. Erik Bowman | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Rector | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dirk Dolbeare | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Repine | 64 | Hip, Knee |
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