Dr. Stephen Paul, M.D.
Contact & Location
Boulder, CO 80301
Dr. Stephen Paul is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boulder, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Paul has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #100 in Colorado.
In Colorado, Dr. Paul performs below average in knee (18 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Paul's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 18 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Boulder is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Boulder area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Paul extend back to 2013, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 18 in the most recent data, a 64% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Paul's 18 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 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. Paul Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Paul's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 64% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 18 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Paul
How does Dr. Paul's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Paul has performed 18 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. Paul ranks #135 out of 165 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Paul perform?
Dr. Paul's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Paul in Boulder?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Boulder 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. Paul 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. Paul's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 18 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Paul's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Paul's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 18 in the most recent data, a 64% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 20 procedures in 2022.
How does Dr. Paul compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boulder?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Boulder, Dr. Paul ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Boulder has 229 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Boulder, Colorado
Dr. Paul's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Boulder average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boulder.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Clint Brian Blackwood | 229 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Austin Chen | 97 | Hip |
| Dr. Michael Repine | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Erik Bowman | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Holzmeister | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Rector | 55 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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