Dr. Ronald Hollis, M.D.
Contact & Location
719-365-1950
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Dr. Hollis performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 74% of orthopedic surgeons in Colorado, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 54 ranked shoulder surgeons in Colorado.
About Dr. Hollis
Practice. Dr. Ronald Hollis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The latest annual CMS data records 36 shoulder replacements and 19 knee replacements, 55 procedures in all. That is #14 in Colorado for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 55, up 358%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 36 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Colorado Springs has 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 12 |
| 2016 | 17 | 16 |
| 2017 | 19 | 17 |
| 2018 | 25 | 26 |
| 2019 | 19 | 20 |
| 2020 | 31 | 21 |
| 2021 | 18 | 22 |
| 2022 | 14 | 15 |
| 2023 | 21 | 28 |
| 2024 | 19 | 36 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Hollis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hollis's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 358% from 12 procedures in 2015 to 55 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hollis
How does Dr. Hollis's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Hollis has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hollis ranks #77 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hollis perform?
Dr. Hollis's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (36 cases) and knee replacement (19 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hollis with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Hollis ranks #14 in Colorado for shoulder replacement with 36 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 169 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hollis in Colorado Springs?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs 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. Hollis 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Hollis's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 210 procedures against the 55 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.
Has Dr. Hollis's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hollis's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2015 to 55 in the most recent data, a 358% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Hollis perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hollis's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (36 cases), knee replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hollis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hollis is affiliated with University Colo Health Memorial Hospital Central, Uchealth Grandview Hospital, Uchealth Pikes Peak Regional Hospital, Parkview Medical Center, Inc.
How does Dr. Hollis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs, Dr. Hollis ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Colorado Springs has 216 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hollis practices?
University Colo Health Memorial Hospital Central (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uchealth Grandview Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uchealth Pikes Peak Regional Hospital (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 Colorado Springs, Colorado
Dr. Hollis's 55 Medicare procedures are below the Colorado Springs average of 131. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Colorado Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Jepson | 216 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Feign | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Howarth | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jordan Schaeffer | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Weinstein | 119 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Derek Purcell | 87 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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