Dr. Paige Mallette, M.D.
Contact & Location
Durango, CO 81301
Dr. Paige Mallette is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Durango, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Mallette has performed 56 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#33 in Colorado) and 37 hip replacements, for a combined total of 93 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Mallette performs near average in knee (56 vs 48 avg), near average in hip (37 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Mallette's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (56 cases) and hip replacements (37 cases).
Durango is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Durango area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Mallette extend back to 2015, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 29 to 93 in the most recent data, a 221% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mallette's 56 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. Mallette Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mallette's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 221% from 29 procedures in 2015 to 93 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. Mallette
How does Dr. Mallette's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Mallette has performed 93 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mallette ranks #36 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mallette perform?
Dr. Mallette's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (56 cases) and hip replacement (37 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mallette in Durango?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Durango 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. Mallette 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. Mallette's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 93 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mallette's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mallette's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 29 procedures in 2015 to 93 in the most recent data, a 221% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 109 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Mallette perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mallette's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (56 cases), hip replacement (37 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mallette affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mallette is affiliated with Mercy Hospital.
How does Dr. Mallette compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Durango?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Durango, Dr. Mallette ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Mallette is among the highest-volume surgeons in Durango.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mallette practices?
Mercy Hospital (5 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 Durango, Colorado
Dr. Mallette's 93 Medicare procedures are above the Durango average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Durango.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brinceton Phipps | 213 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Wilkerson | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Smith | 60 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Butzen | 28 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jennifer Forrest | 13 | Knee |
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