Dr. John Franco is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Franco has performed 17 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #8 in New Mexico.
Dr. Franco has recorded 17 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. New Mexico has 47 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Franco's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 17 verified procedures in 2023. 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.
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.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Franco
How does Dr. Franco's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Franco has performed 17 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. Franco ranks #39 out of 47 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Franco perform?
Dr. Franco's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Franco with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Franco ranks #8 in New Mexico for shoulder replacement with 17 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 47 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Franco 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. Franco 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. Franco's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Compare Dr. Franco's volume with other 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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