Dr. Chad Watts, MD
Contact & Location
Reno, NV 89503
Dr. Chad Watts is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reno, Nevada. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Watts has performed 189 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#1 in Nevada) and 129 hip replacements, for a combined total of 318 procedures.
In Nevada, Dr. Watts performs well above average in knee (189 vs 40 avg), well above average in hip (129 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Watts's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (189 cases) and hip replacements (129 cases).
Reno is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Reno area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Watts also maintains hospital privileges in NV and CA, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Nevada.
Medicare records for Dr. Watts extend back to 2016, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 51 to 318 in the most recent data, a 524% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Watts's 189 verified procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45, ranking #69 nationally.
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. Watts Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Watts's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 524% from 51 procedures in 2016 to 318 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. Watts
How does Dr. Watts's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Watts has performed 318 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Nevada average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Watts ranks #1 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Watts perform?
Dr. Watts's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (189 cases) and hip replacement (129 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Watts with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Watts ranks #1 in Nevada for knee replacement with 189 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Watts in Reno?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Reno 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 Nevada surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Watts 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. Watts's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 318 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Watts's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Watts's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 51 procedures in 2016 to 318 in the most recent data, a 524% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 327 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Watts perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Watts's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (189 cases), hip replacement (129 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Watts affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Watts is affiliated with Renown South Meadows Medical Center, Carson Valley Health, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Renown Regional Medical Center, Barton Memorial Hospital. Dr. Watts maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Watts compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Reno?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Reno, Dr. Watts ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Watts has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Watts practices?
Renown South Meadows Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Carson Valley Health (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center (3 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 Reno, Nevada
Dr. Watts's 318 Medicare procedures are above the Reno average of 166. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Reno.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sanjai Shukla | 220 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jackson Jones | 205 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Boyden | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hilary Malcarney | 106 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Shonnard | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Sterrenberg | 87 | Hip, Knee |
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