Dr. Melissa Wright, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Shoulder Replacement
22 verified cases
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Questions to Ask Dr. Wright
Medicare volume represents only a portion of a surgeon's practice.
Recommended Script:
"Dr. Wright, I see your Medicare volume is lower—what percentage of your practice is private insurance or sports medicine? Approximately how many total joint replacements do you perform annually?"
Contact & Location
📞 Phone: 314-514-3500
4921 Parkview Pl
Saint Louis, MO 63110
Saint Louis, MO 63110
NPI: 1255745576
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 11 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.