Dr. Ugonna Ezeh, D.O.
Contact & Location
Las Cruces, NM 88011
Dr. Ugonna Ezeh is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Las Cruces, New Mexico. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Ezeh has performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#30 in New Mexico) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In New Mexico, Dr. Ezeh performs below average in knee (23 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Ezeh's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (23 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Las Cruces is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Las Cruces area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ezeh first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Ezeh's 23 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Ezeh Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ezeh has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Ezeh
How does Dr. Ezeh's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Ezeh has performed 37 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. Ezeh ranks #26 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ezeh perform?
Dr. Ezeh's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ezeh in Las Cruces?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Las Cruces 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. Ezeh 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. Ezeh's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Ezeh perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ezeh's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ezeh affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ezeh is affiliated with Mountain View Regional Medical Center, Gila Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Ezeh compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Las Cruces?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Las Cruces, Dr. Ezeh ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ezeh is among the highest-volume surgeons in Las Cruces.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ezeh practices?
Mountain View Regional Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Gila Regional Medical Center (2 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 Las Cruces, New Mexico
Dr. Ezeh's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Las Cruces average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Las Cruces.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathon Struemph | 125 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael McGuire | 39 | Knee |
| Dr. Chenthuran Deivaraju | 33 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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