Dr. Jonathan Vaux, D.O.
Contact & Location
208-302-3500
Boise, ID 83704
Lansing, MI 48910
Seattle, WA 98195
Everett, WA 98201
Dr. Vaux performs more hip replacement procedures than 55% of orthopedic surgeons in Idaho, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #17 of 38 ranked hip surgeons in Idaho.
About Dr. Vaux
Practice. Dr. Jonathan Vaux is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boise, Idaho. The latest annual CMS data records 34 hip replacements and 25 knee replacements, 59 procedures in all. That is #17 in Idaho for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2014.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 28 procedures a year to 59, up 111%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 34 procedures is near the national average of 36.
Local context. Boise has 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Vaux also holds hospital privileges in ID and OR, a practice that extends beyond Idaho.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 13 | 15 |
| 2022 | 17 | 0 |
| 2023 | 27 | 14 |
| 2024 | 34 | 25 |
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 25% to 33% for hip 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. Vaux Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Idaho state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Vaux's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 111% from 28 procedures in 2021 to 59 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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Vaux
How does Dr. Vaux's procedure volume compare to other Idaho surgeons?
Dr. Vaux has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Idaho average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Vaux ranks #25 out of 70 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vaux perform?
Dr. Vaux's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (34 cases) and knee replacement (25 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Vaux with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Vaux ranks #17 in Idaho for hip replacement with 34 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 70 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Vaux in Boise?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Boise 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 Idaho surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Vaux 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Vaux's total volume across all insurers at roughly 190 to 240 procedures against the 59 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. Vaux's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Vaux's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2021 to 59 in the most recent data, a 111% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 59 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Vaux perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Vaux's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (34 cases), knee replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vaux affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Vaux is affiliated with Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, Saint Alphonsus Medical Center - Nampa, Saint Alphonsus Medical Center Ontario, St Luke'S Regional Medical Center, Saint Alphonsus Medical Center - Baker City. Dr. Vaux maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Vaux compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boise?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Boise, Dr. Vaux ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Boise has 177 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Vaux practices?
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Alphonsus Medical Center - Nampa (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Alphonsus Medical Center Ontario (3 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 Boise, Idaho
Dr. Vaux's 59 Medicare procedures are below the Boise average of 111. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boise.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jenny Jin | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Colin Poole | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ronald Kristensen | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffry Menzner | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Daines | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Chopp | 46 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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