Shoulder
Dr. Brant Bair, MD
Dr. Brant Bair is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Santa Fe, New Mexico. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bair has performed 12 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #11 in New Mexico.
In New Mexico, Dr. Bair performs below average in shoulder (12 vs 20 avg).
Dr. Bair's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 12 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.
Santa Fe is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Santa Fe area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bair's Medicare data spans 4 years, beginning in 2015. Volume peaked at 17 procedures in 2015 before settling at 12 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Bair's 12 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Bair Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Contact & Location
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bair's recorded volume peaked at 17 procedures in 2015 and stood at 12 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bair
How does Dr. Bair's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Bair has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Mexico average is 55 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Bair ranks #46 out of 47 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bair perform?
Dr. Bair's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Bair with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Bair ranks #11 in New Mexico for shoulder replacement with 12 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 47 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bair in Santa Fe?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Fe 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 New Mexico surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bair 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. Bair's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bair's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bair's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 17 procedures in 2015 and was 12 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bair affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bair is affiliated with Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bair practices?
Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center (5 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 Santa Fe, New Mexico
Dr. Bair's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Santa Fe average of 94. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Santa Fe.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Garcia | 176 | Hip, Knee |
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