Dr. Jason Lucas, D.O.
Contact & Location
505-208-6280
Farmington, NM 87401
Dr. Lucas performs more knee replacement procedures than 94% of orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #2 of 38 ranked knee surgeons in New Mexico.
About Dr. Lucas
Practice. Dr. Jason Lucas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Farmington, New Mexico. The latest annual CMS data records 85 knee replacements and 28 shoulder replacements, 113 procedures in all. That is #2 in New Mexico for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 64 procedures a year to 113, up 77%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 85 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Farmington has 4 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 | 12 | 52 | 0 |
| 2014 | 15 | 65 | 17 |
| 2015 | 18 | 68 | 18 |
| 2016 | 24 | 68 | 17 |
| 2017 | 34 | 79 | 17 |
| 2018 | 41 | 76 | 16 |
| 2019 | 33 | 77 | 26 |
| 2020 | 30 | 81 | 29 |
| 2021 | 32 | 83 | 32 |
| 2022 | 0 | 84 | 22 |
| 2023 | 0 | 75 | 24 |
| 2024 | 0 | 85 | 28 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Lucas Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lucas's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 77% from 64 procedures in 2013 to 113 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lucas
How does Dr. Lucas's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Lucas has performed 113 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New Mexico average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lucas ranks #5 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lucas perform?
Dr. Lucas's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (85 cases) and shoulder replacement (28 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Lucas with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Lucas ranks #2 in New Mexico for knee replacement with 85 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 45 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lucas in Farmington?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Farmington 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. Lucas 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Lucas's total volume across all insurers at roughly 380 to 470 procedures against the 113 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. Lucas's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lucas's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 64 procedures in 2013 to 113 in the most recent data, a 77% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 147 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Lucas perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lucas's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (85 cases), shoulder replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lucas affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lucas is affiliated with San Juan Regional Medical Center Inc.
How does Dr. Lucas compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Farmington?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Farmington, Dr. Lucas ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lucas has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lucas practices?
San Juan Regional Medical Center Inc (2 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 Farmington, New Mexico
Dr. Lucas's 113 Medicare procedures are above the Farmington average of 65. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Farmington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Hancock | 70 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Tyson Christensen | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Johnson | 33 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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