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

David Shephard, MD in Lubbock is the highest-volume knee replacement surgeon in New Mexico with 186 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 knee replacement surgeons are in New Mexico?

New Mexico has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform knee replacement, with a combined 1,623 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our New Mexico knee replacement rankings performs 65 procedures annually. Top cities include Albuquerque, Amarillo, Lubbock.

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

For Medicare beneficiaries in New Mexico, out-of-pocket costs for knee 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. Many knee replacements are now performed as outpatient procedures, reducing costs.

Does Medicare cover knee replacement surgery in New Mexico?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary knee 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 knee replacement surgeon in New Mexico?

Compare New Mexico knee replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in New Mexico performs 186 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like robotic-assisted surgery (Mako, ROSA); (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for knee replacement?

Most patients walk with assistance the same day or day after knee replacement surgery. Return to normal activities typically takes 6-12 weeks. Physical therapy starts immediately and continues for 8-12 weeks. Many New Mexico surgeons use rapid recovery protocols and robotic-assisted techniques that can speed healing and improve outcomes.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for knee replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume knee replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 200+ 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 knee replacement surgeons?

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

25 Best Knee Replacement Surgeons in New Mexico

1

State Rank

NPI: 1700087350

David Shephard, MD

Lubbock

TX

Also practices here via Nor-Lea Hospital District

186

Verified Cases

1700087350

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1407020597

Joshua Carothers

Albuquerque

NM

109

Verified Cases

1407020597

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1326029703

Ronald Morgan, MD

Amarillo

TX

Also practices here via Dr Dan C Trigg Memorial Hospital

109

Verified Cases

1326029703

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1417950460

John Garcia

Santa Fe

NM

79

Verified Cases

1417950460

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1922065119

Christopher Hanosh

Albuquerque

NM

79

Verified Cases

1922065119

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1598749061

Jason Lucas

Farmington

NM

75

Verified Cases

1598749061

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1598085680

Jonathon Struemph

Las Cruces

NM

72

Verified Cases

1598085680

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1558400572

Krishna Tripuraneni

Albuquerque

NM

70

Verified Cases

1558400572

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1891773339

Daniel Junick

Albuquerque

NM

67

Verified Cases

1891773339

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1891924668

Sean Marvil

Taos

NM

63

Verified Cases

1891924668

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1003012493

Carl Gilmore

Albuquerque

NM

60

Verified Cases

1003012493

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1083641807

Jeffrey Racca

Albuquerque

NM

57

Verified Cases

1083641807

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1144275959

Charles Race

Alamogordo

NM

55

Verified Cases

1144275959

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1245223569

Robert Schwartz

Roswell

NM

54

Verified Cases

1245223569

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1386834935

Arnold Kiburz

Albuquerque

NM

51

Verified Cases

1386834935

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1740642495

Sean Sterrenberg

Reno

NV

Also practices here via Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center

48

Verified Cases

1740642495

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1891737979

James Parker, M.D.

Amarillo

TX

Also practices here via Dr Dan C Trigg Memorial Hospital

48

Verified Cases

1891737979

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1063490589

Kari Babinski

Albuquerque

NM

45

Verified Cases

1063490589

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1861464844

Douglas Dodson

Alamogordo

NM

45

Verified Cases

1861464844

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1033475330

Tyler Cooper, M.D.

Amarillo

TX

Also practices here via Union County General Hospital

44

Verified Cases

1033475330

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1497048011

Jonathan Hancock

Farmington

NM

43

Verified Cases

1497048011

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1396913729

Patrick Mulkey

Albuquerque

NM

42

Verified Cases

1396913729

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1922091495

Michael McGuire

Las Cruces

NM

41

Verified Cases

1922091495

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1164486031

Atul Joshi, MD

Lubbock

TX

Also practices here via Nor-Lea Hospital District

41

Verified Cases

1164486031

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1275767956

Zhinian Wan

Artesia

NM

40

Verified Cases

1275767956

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

TOP 25 Knee Replacement Surgeons in New Mexico

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David Shephard, MD

Joshua Carothers

Ronald Morgan, MD

John Garcia

Christopher Hanosh

Jason Lucas

Jonathon Struemph

Krishna Tripuraneni

Daniel Junick

Sean Marvil

Carl Gilmore

Jeffrey Racca

Charles Race

Robert Schwartz

Arnold Kiburz

Sean Sterrenberg

James Parker, M.D.

Kari Babinski

Douglas Dodson

Tyler Cooper, M.D.

Jonathan Hancock

Patrick Mulkey

Michael McGuire

Atul Joshi, MD

Zhinian Wan

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