Dr. Douglas Dodson, D.O.
Contact & Location
575-434-0639
Alamogordo, NM 88310
Dr. Dodson performs more knee replacement procedures than 42% of orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #22 of 38 ranked knee surgeons in New Mexico.
About Dr. Dodson
Practice. Dr. Douglas Dodson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The latest annual CMS data records 35 knee replacements. That is #22 in New Mexico for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 60 in 2023 and stands at 35 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 35 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Alamogordo has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 14 | 28 | 0 |
| 2014 | 18 | 27 | 0 |
| 2015 | 16 | 29 | 11 |
| 2016 | 12 | 30 | 0 |
| 2017 | 19 | 23 | 0 |
| 2018 | 17 | 32 | 0 |
| 2019 | 11 | 35 | 0 |
| 2020 | 20 | 25 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 | 22 | 0 |
| 2022 | 15 | 37 | 0 |
| 2023 | 15 | 45 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 35 | 0 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Dodson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dodson's recorded volume peaked at 60 procedures in 2023 and stood at 35 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dodson
How does Dr. Dodson's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Dodson has performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Mexico average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dodson ranks #28 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dodson perform?
Dr. Dodson's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 35 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dodson in Alamogordo?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Alamogordo 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. Dodson represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Dodson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 150 procedures against the 35 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Dodson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Dodson's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 60 procedures in 2023 and was 35 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. Dodson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dodson is affiliated with Christus Southern New Mexico, Lincoln County Medical Center, Three Crosses Regional Hospital Llc, Memorial Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dodson practices?
Christus Southern New Mexico (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lincoln County Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Three Crosses Regional Hospital Llc (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 Alamogordo, New Mexico
Dr. Dodson's 35 Medicare procedures are below the Alamogordo average of 42. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Alamogordo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Race | 48 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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