Dr. Zhinian Wan, M.D.
Dr. Zhinian Wan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Artesia, New Mexico. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Wan has performed 40 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#19 in New Mexico) and 23 hip replacements, for a combined total of 63 procedures.
In New Mexico, Dr. Wan performs near average in knee (40 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (23 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Wan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (40 cases) and hip replacements (23 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Wan holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Wan is the only orthopedic surgeon in Artesia represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Wan extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 24 to 63 in the most recent data, a 163% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wan's 40 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Wan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Contact & Location
Artesia, NM 88210
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 163% from 24 procedures in 2016 to 63 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. Wan
How does Dr. Wan's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Wan has performed 63 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New Mexico average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wan ranks #15 out of 47 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wan perform?
Dr. Wan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases) and hip replacement (23 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Wan with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Wan ranks #19 in New Mexico for knee replacement with 40 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 47 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Wan's practice located?
Dr. Wan practices in Artesia, New Mexico. The office is located at 606 N 13th St Ste 100, Artesia, NM 88210. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Wan for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wan 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. Wan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 63 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 24 procedures in 2016 to 63 in the most recent data, a 163% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 63 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Wan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases), hip replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wan is affiliated with Artesia General Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wan practices?
Artesia General Hospital (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.
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