Dr. John Garcia, M.D.
Dr. John Garcia is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Santa Fe, New Mexico. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Garcia has performed 97 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#1 in New Mexico) and 79 knee replacements, for a combined total of 176 procedures.
In New Mexico, Dr. Garcia performs well above average in hip (97 vs 32 avg), above average in knee (79 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Garcia's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (97 cases) and knee replacements (79 cases).
Santa Fe is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Santa Fe area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Garcia extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 41 to 176 in the most recent data, a 329% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Garcia's 97 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36, ranking #168 nationally.
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. Garcia Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Contact & Location
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Garcia's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 329% from 41 procedures in 2013 to 176 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. Garcia
How does Dr. Garcia's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Garcia has performed 176 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the New Mexico average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Garcia ranks #1 out of 47 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Garcia perform?
Dr. Garcia's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (97 cases) and knee replacement (79 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Garcia with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Garcia ranks #1 in New Mexico for hip replacement with 97 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 47 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Garcia in Santa Fe?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Santa Fe 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. Garcia 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. Garcia's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 176 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Garcia's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Garcia's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 41 procedures in 2013 to 176 in the most recent data, a 329% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 193 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Garcia perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Garcia's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (97 cases), knee replacement (79 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Garcia affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Garcia is affiliated with Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center, Los Alamos Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Garcia practices?
Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center (5 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 Santa Fe, New Mexico
Dr. Garcia's 176 Medicare procedures are above the Santa Fe average of 94. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Santa Fe.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brant Bair | 12 | Shoulder |
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