Dr. Rickland Likes, D.O.
Dr. Rickland Likes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pueblo, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Likes has performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#86 in Colorado) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Likes performs below average in knee (23 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Likes's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (23 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Pueblo is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pueblo area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Likes extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 38 in the most recent data, a 81% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Likes's 23 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Likes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Contact & Location
Pueblo, CO 81008
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Likes's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 81% from 21 procedures in 2013 to 38 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. Likes
How does Dr. Likes's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Likes has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Colorado average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Likes ranks #94 out of 165 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Likes perform?
Dr. Likes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Likes in Pueblo?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Pueblo 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. Likes 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. Likes's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Likes's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Likes's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2013 to 38 in the most recent data, a 81% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 59 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Likes perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Likes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Likes affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Likes is affiliated with Parkview Medical Center, Inc.
How does Dr. Likes compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pueblo?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Pueblo, Dr. Likes ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pueblo has 71 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Likes practices?
Parkview Medical Center, Inc (2 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 Pueblo, Colorado
Dr. Likes's 38 Medicare procedures are below the Pueblo average of 47. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pueblo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shane Rothermel | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jennifer Fitzpatrick | 67 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Shawn Nakamura | 48 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lance Farnworth | 30 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Simonich | 25 | Knee |
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