Who is the top-ranked hip replacement surgeon in New Mexico?

John Garcia in Santa Fe is the highest-volume hip replacement surgeon in New Mexico with 97 Medicare procedures. Our rankings list 25 New Mexico surgeons by verified Medicare procedure volume. High-volume surgeons are associated with better outcomes and fewer complications.

How many hip replacement surgeons are in New Mexico?

New Mexico has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform hip replacement, with a combined 952 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our New Mexico hip replacement rankings performs 38 procedures annually. Top cities include Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Amarillo.

What is the average cost of hip replacement in New Mexico?

For Medicare beneficiaries in New Mexico, out-of-pocket costs for hip replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Costs depend on your hospital choice, whether you have outpatient vs. inpatient surgery, and your specific Medicare plan. Anterior approach hip replacement may allow same-day discharge, reducing hospital costs.

Does Medicare cover hip replacement surgery in New Mexico?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary hip replacement surgery in New Mexico. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 25 New Mexico surgeons in our rankings accept Medicare assignment.

How do I choose the right hip replacement surgeon in New Mexico?

Compare New Mexico hip replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in New Mexico performs 97 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like anterior approach or robotic-assisted techniques; (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for hip replacement?

Most patients walk with assistance within 24 hours of hip replacement. Return to desk work typically takes 4-6 weeks, while physical jobs may require 3-6 months. Top New Mexico hip surgeons use minimally invasive approaches and enhanced recovery protocols to reduce pain and accelerate healing.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for hip replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume hip replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 150+ procedures annually have lower complication rates, fewer revision surgeries, and higher patient satisfaction. Our New Mexico rankings use verified Medicare data to help you identify the most experienced surgeons.

Which cities in New Mexico have the best hip replacement surgeons?

The top cities for hip replacement surgery in New Mexico include Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Amarillo. These cities have the highest concentration of experienced hip replacement surgeons based on Medicare procedure volume data. We provide city-specific rankings to help you find qualified surgeons near you.

25 Best Hip Replacement Surgeons in New Mexico

1

State Rank

NPI: 1417950460

John Garcia

Santa Fe

NM

97

Verified Cases

1417950460

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1700087350

David Shephard, MD

Lubbock

TX

Also practices here via Nor-Lea Hospital District

72

Verified Cases

1700087350

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1922065119

Christopher Hanosh

Albuquerque

NM

62

Verified Cases

1922065119

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1326029703

Ronald Morgan, MD

Amarillo

TX

Also practices here via Dr Dan C Trigg Memorial Hospital

54

Verified Cases

1326029703

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1396913729

Patrick Mulkey

Albuquerque

NM

53

Verified Cases

1396913729

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1558400572

Krishna Tripuraneni

Albuquerque

NM

51

Verified Cases

1558400572

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1497048011

Jonathan Hancock

Farmington

NM

48

Verified Cases

1497048011

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1740642495

Sean Sterrenberg

Reno

NV

Also practices here via Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center

43

Verified Cases

1740642495

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1043638802

Patrick Gilligan

Albuquerque

NM

41

Verified Cases

1043638802

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1205290004

Henry Yu, MD

Frisco

CO

Also practices here via Holy Cross Hospital A Div Of Taos Health Systems

41

Verified Cases

1205290004

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1407020597

Joshua Carothers

Albuquerque

NM

40

Verified Cases

1407020597

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1689092520

John Krumme, MD

Leawood

KS

Also practices here via Unm Hospital

35

Verified Cases

1689092520

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1245223569

Robert Schwartz

Roswell

NM

34

Verified Cases

1245223569

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1891924668

Sean Marvil

Taos

NM

32

Verified Cases

1891924668

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1487624961

Mark Werner

Albuquerque

NM

29

Verified Cases

1487624961

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1598085680

Jonathon Struemph

Las Cruces

NM

28

Verified Cases

1598085680

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1386178309

Jacob Wilkerson, M.D.

Weston

FL

Also practices here via San Juan Regional Medical Center Inc

27

Verified Cases

1386178309

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1275767956

Zhinian Wan

Artesia

NM

23

Verified Cases

1275767956

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1528046885

Michael Archibeck

Albuquerque

NM

23

Verified Cases

1528046885

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1891773339

Daniel Junick

Albuquerque

NM

23

Verified Cases

1891773339

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1144275959

Charles Race

Alamogordo

NM

22

Verified Cases

1144275959

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1477832517

Chenthuran Deivaraju

Las Cruces

NM

22

Verified Cases

1477832517

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1457613150

David Burk, M.D.

Glendale

AZ

Also practices here via Presbyterian Hospital

18

Verified Cases

1457613150

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1629423223

Ugonna Ezeh

Las Cruces

NM

17

Verified Cases

1629423223

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1891737979

James Parker, M.D.

Amarillo

TX

Also practices here via Dr Dan C Trigg Memorial Hospital

17

Verified Cases

1891737979

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

TOP 25 Hip Replacement Surgeons in New Mexico

How to Read This Data

John Garcia

David Shephard, MD

Christopher Hanosh

Ronald Morgan, MD

Patrick Mulkey

Krishna Tripuraneni

Jonathan Hancock

Sean Sterrenberg

Patrick Gilligan

Henry Yu, MD

Joshua Carothers

John Krumme, MD

Robert Schwartz

Sean Marvil

Mark Werner

Jonathon Struemph

Jacob Wilkerson, M.D.

Zhinian Wan

Michael Archibeck

Daniel Junick

Charles Race

Chenthuran Deivaraju

David Burk, M.D.

Ugonna Ezeh

James Parker, M.D.

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