Dr. Mark Werner, MD
Dr. Mark Werner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Werner has performed 29 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#10 in New Mexico) and 25 knee replacements, for a combined total of 54 procedures.
In New Mexico, Dr. Werner performs near average in hip (29 vs 32 avg), below average in knee (25 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Werner's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (29 cases) and knee replacements (25 cases).
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.
Medicare records for Dr. Werner extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 54 in the most recent data, a 93% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Werner's 29 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Werner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Contact & Location
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Werner's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 93% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 54 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. Werner
How does Dr. Werner's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Werner has performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New Mexico average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Werner ranks #19 out of 47 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Werner perform?
Dr. Werner's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (29 cases) and knee replacement (25 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Werner with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Werner ranks #10 in New Mexico for hip replacement with 29 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 47 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Werner 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. Werner 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. Werner's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 54 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Werner's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Werner's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2013 to 54 in the most recent data, a 93% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 59 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Werner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Werner's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (29 cases), knee replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Werner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Werner is affiliated with Lovelace Westside Hospital, Lovelace Women'S Hospital, Lovelace Medical Center.
How does Dr. Werner compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Albuquerque?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Albuquerque, Dr. Werner ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Albuquerque has 149 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Werner practices?
Lovelace Westside Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lovelace Women'S Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lovelace Medical Center (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 Albuquerque, New Mexico
Dr. Werner's 54 Medicare procedures are below the Albuquerque average of 105. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic 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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