Dr. Nathan Bascom, DO
Contact & Location
Westminster, CO 80023
Dr. Nathan Bascom is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Westminster, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Bascom has performed 84 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#14 in Colorado) and 56 hip replacements, for a combined total of 140 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Bascom performs above average in knee (84 vs 48 avg), above average in hip (56 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Bascom's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (84 cases) and hip replacements (56 cases).
Westminster is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Westminster area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bascom first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bascom's 84 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Bascom Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bascom has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Bascom
How does Dr. Bascom's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Bascom has performed 140 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bascom ranks #14 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bascom perform?
Dr. Bascom's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (84 cases) and hip replacement (56 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bascom with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bascom ranks #14 in Colorado for knee replacement with 84 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 169 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bascom in Westminster?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Westminster 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. Bascom 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. Bascom's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 140 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Bascom perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bascom's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (84 cases), hip replacement (56 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bascom affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bascom is affiliated with Adventhealth Avista, Lutheran Medical Center.
How does Dr. Bascom compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Westminster?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Westminster, Dr. Bascom ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bascom has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bascom practices?
Adventhealth Avista (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lutheran Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Westminster, Colorado
Dr. Bascom's 140 Medicare procedures are above the Westminster average of 67. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Westminster.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ian Weber | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Eickmann | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Ciccone | 18 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kaare Kolstad | 17 | Knee |
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