Dr. Zhinian Wan, M.D.
Contact & Location
575-748-8301
Artesia, NM 88210
Lynwood, CA 90262
Dr. Wan performs more knee replacement procedures than 55% of orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #17 of 38 ranked knee surgeons in New Mexico.
About Dr. Wan
Practice. Dr. Zhinian Wan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Artesia, New Mexico. The latest annual CMS data records 39 knee replacements, 15 hip replacements, and 15 shoulder replacements, 69 procedures in all. That is #17 in New Mexico for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 24 procedures a year to 69, up 188%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 39 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Artesia has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 33 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 26 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 | 26 | 12 |
| 2020 | 16 | 30 | 11 |
| 2021 | 0 | 44 | 11 |
| 2022 | 11 | 39 | 0 |
| 2023 | 23 | 40 | 0 |
| 2024 | 15 | 39 | 15 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Wan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 188% from 24 procedures in 2016 to 69 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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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 69 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New Mexico average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wan ranks #16 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wan perform?
Dr. Wan performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Wan with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Wan ranks #17 in New Mexico for knee replacement with 39 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 45 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wan in Artesia?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Artesia 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. Wan represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Wan's total volume across all insurers at roughly 230 to 280 procedures against the 69 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Wan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 24 procedures in 2016 to 69 in the most recent data, a 188% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 69 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Wan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Wan among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wan is affiliated with Artesia General Hospital, Carlsbad Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wan practices?
Artesia General Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Carlsbad Medical Center (2 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 Artesia, New Mexico
Dr. Wan's 69 Medicare procedures are above the Artesia average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Artesia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Horim Choi | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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