Dr. David Doctor, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. David Doctor is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Las Cruces, New Mexico. In 2023, Dr. Doctor performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#33 in New Mexico) and 11 hip replacements (#22 in New Mexico), for a combined total of 27 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
16 verified cases
#33 in New Mexico
Hip Replacement
11 verified cases
#22 in New Mexico

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Doctor

Medicare volume represents only a portion of a surgeon's practice.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Doctor, 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?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 575-532-9755
4351 E Lohman Ave
Las Cruces, NM 88011
NPI: 1538188404
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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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.
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