Who is the top-ranked hip replacement surgeon in Idaho?

Scott Cook, MD in Leawood is the highest-volume hip replacement surgeon in Idaho with 104 Medicare procedures. Our rankings list 25 Idaho surgeons by verified Medicare procedure volume. High-volume surgeons are associated with better outcomes and fewer complications.

How many hip replacement surgeons are in Idaho?

Idaho has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform hip replacement, with a combined 1,371 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our Idaho hip replacement rankings performs 55 procedures annually. Top cities include Boise, Coeur D Alene, Spokane.

What is the average cost of hip replacement in Idaho?

For Medicare beneficiaries in Idaho, out-of-pocket costs for hip replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Costs depend on your hospital choice, whether you have outpatient vs. inpatient surgery, and your specific Medicare plan. Anterior approach hip replacement may allow same-day discharge, reducing hospital costs.

Does Medicare cover hip replacement surgery in Idaho?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary hip replacement surgery in Idaho. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 25 Idaho surgeons in our rankings accept Medicare assignment.

How do I choose the right hip replacement surgeon in Idaho?

Compare Idaho hip replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in Idaho performs 104 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like anterior approach or robotic-assisted techniques; (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for hip replacement?

Most patients walk with assistance within 24 hours of hip replacement. Return to desk work typically takes 4-6 weeks, while physical jobs may require 3-6 months. Top Idaho hip surgeons use minimally invasive approaches and enhanced recovery protocols to reduce pain and accelerate healing.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for hip replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume hip replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 150+ procedures annually have lower complication rates, fewer revision surgeries, and higher patient satisfaction. Our Idaho rankings use verified Medicare data to help you identify the most experienced surgeons.

Which cities in Idaho have the best hip replacement surgeons?

The top cities for hip replacement surgery in Idaho include Boise, Coeur D Alene, Spokane. These cities have the highest concentration of experienced hip replacement surgeons based on Medicare procedure volume data. We provide city-specific rankings to help you find qualified surgeons near you.

Top 25 Hip Replacement Surgeons in Idaho

1

State Rank

NPI: 1285634584

Scott Cook, MD

Leawood

KS

Also practices here via Intermountain Health Cassia Regional Hospital

104

Verified Cases

1285634584

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1326151150

Douglas McInnis

Coeur D Alene

ID

97

Verified Cases

1326151150

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1174781421

Alexander Reichard, M.D.

Spokane

WA

Also practices here via Northwest Specialty Hospital

97

Verified Cases

1174781421

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1235493206

Jenny Jin

Boise

ID

75

Verified Cases

1235493206

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1609040567

Jared Armstrong

Nampa

ID

69

Verified Cases

1609040567

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1427004647

William Lighthart, M.D.

Jackson

WY

Also practices here via Teton Valley Hospital

66

Verified Cases

1427004647

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1598850984

Matthew Kopplin, MD

Billings

MT

Also practices here via St Luke'S Wood River Medical Center

62

Verified Cases

1598850984

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1396162178

Justin Smith

Coeur D Alene

ID

56

Verified Cases

1396162178

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1215145883

Aaron Altenburg

Pocatello

ID

55

Verified Cases

1215145883

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1215948104

Colin Poole

Boise

ID

54

Verified Cases

1215948104

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1235345745

Jonathan Linthicum

Post Falls

ID

53

Verified Cases

1235345745

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1649613357

Brett Mulawka, M.D.

Spokane

WA

Also practices here via Northwest Specialty Hospital

52

Verified Cases

1649613357

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1073603692

Lucas Anderson

Coeur D Alene

ID

50

Verified Cases

1073603692

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1003029034

Joseph Bowen

Post Falls

ID

48

Verified Cases

1003029034

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1487607198

Jeffry Menzner

Boise

ID

48

Verified Cases

1487607198

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1063808806

Taylor Lara

Temple Terrace

FL

Also practices here via Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center

44

Verified Cases

1063808806

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1104856087

Bryan Beardsley

Lewiston

ID

43

Verified Cases

1104856087

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1689896433

Jason Dalling

Idaho Falls

ID

41

Verified Cases

1689896433

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1811372410

Logan Cooper, D.O.

Austin

TX

Also practices here via Mountain View Hospital

41

Verified Cases

1811372410

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1992062566

Zachary Yenna

Meridian

ID

40

Verified Cases

1992062566

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1215948807

Ronald Kristensen

Boise

ID

39

Verified Cases

1215948807

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1316932601

Marvin Kym

Moscow

ID

36

Verified Cases

1316932601

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1144208059

Brigham Redd

Idaho Falls

ID

34

Verified Cases

1144208059

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1194137968

Jonathan Vaux

Boise

ID

34

Verified Cases

1194137968

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1528053790

Regan Hansen

Lewiston

ID

33

Verified Cases

1528053790

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

Top 25 Hip Replacement Surgeons in Idaho

Scott Cook, MD

Douglas McInnis

Alexander Reichard, M.D.

Jenny Jin

Jared Armstrong

William Lighthart, M.D.

Matthew Kopplin, MD

Justin Smith

Aaron Altenburg

Colin Poole

Jonathan Linthicum

Brett Mulawka, M.D.

Lucas Anderson

Joseph Bowen

Jeffry Menzner

Taylor Lara

Bryan Beardsley

Jason Dalling

Logan Cooper, D.O.

Zachary Yenna

Ronald Kristensen

Marvin Kym

Brigham Redd

Jonathan Vaux

Regan Hansen

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