Dr. Nathan Bascom, D.O.
Contact & Location
303-665-2603
Westminster, CO 80023
Ventura, CA 93003
La Jolla, CA 92037
Denver, CO 80230
Dr. Bascom performs more knee replacement procedures than 88% of orthopedic surgeons in Colorado, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 118 ranked knee surgeons in Colorado.
About Dr. Bascom
Practice. Dr. Nathan Bascom is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Westminster, Colorado. The latest annual CMS data records 84 knee replacements and 56 hip replacements, 140 procedures in all. That is #14 in Colorado for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2018.
Trend. Dr. Bascom first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 84 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Westminster has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 56 procedures in 2023 and 140 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
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 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Bascom's total volume across all insurers at roughly 470 to 590 procedures against the 140 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.
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, Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital, Intermountain Health Good Samaritan Hospital.
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); Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Intermountain Health Good Samaritan Hospital (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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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