Dr. Damen Sacoman, MD
Dr. Damen Sacoman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Sacoman has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#29 in New Mexico) and 13 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In New Mexico, Dr. Sacoman performs below average in knee (24 vs 40 avg), below average in shoulder (13 vs 20 avg).
Dr. Sacoman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and shoulder replacements (13 cases).
Albuquerque is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Albuquerque area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sacoman extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 37 in the most recent data, a 185% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Sacoman's 24 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 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. Sacoman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Contact & Location
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sacoman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 185% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 37 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sacoman
How does Dr. Sacoman's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Sacoman has performed 37 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. Sacoman ranks #29 out of 47 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sacoman perform?
Dr. Sacoman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and shoulder replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sacoman in Albuquerque?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Albuquerque 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. Sacoman 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. Sacoman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sacoman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sacoman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 37 in the most recent data, a 185% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 56 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Sacoman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sacoman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sacoman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sacoman is affiliated with Lincoln County Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital, Socorro General Hospital.
How does Dr. Sacoman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Albuquerque?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Albuquerque, Dr. Sacoman ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Albuquerque has 149 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sacoman practices?
Lincoln County Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Presbyterian Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Dr. Sacoman's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Albuquerque average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Albuquerque.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joshua Carothers | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Hanosh | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Krishna Tripuraneni | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Mulkey | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Junick | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Gilmore | 83 | Knee, Shoulder |
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