Dr. Eric Boyden, M.D.
Contact & Location
775-786-3040
Reno, NV 89503
Dr. Boyden performs more knee replacement procedures than 86% of orthopedic surgeons in Nevada, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #7 of 50 ranked knee surgeons in Nevada.
About Dr. Boyden
Practice. Dr. Eric Boyden is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reno, Nevada. The latest annual CMS data records 76 knee replacements and 53 hip replacements, 129 procedures in all. That is #7 in Nevada for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 189 in 2015 and stands at 129 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 76 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Reno has 18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 46 | 121 |
| 2014 | 41 | 101 |
| 2015 | 61 | 128 |
| 2016 | 46 | 89 |
| 2017 | 37 | 73 |
| 2018 | 49 | 104 |
| 2019 | 53 | 110 |
| 2020 | 45 | 88 |
| 2021 | 30 | 69 |
| 2022 | 23 | 60 |
| 2023 | 41 | 73 |
| 2024 | 53 | 76 |
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. 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. Boyden Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Boyden's recorded volume peaked at 189 procedures in 2015 and stood at 129 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Boyden
How does Dr. Boyden's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Boyden has performed 129 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Nevada average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Boyden ranks #6 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Boyden perform?
Dr. Boyden's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases) and hip replacement (53 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Boyden with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Boyden ranks #7 in Nevada for knee replacement with 76 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Boyden 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. Boyden 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, which puts Dr. Boyden's total volume across all insurers at roughly 430 to 540 procedures against the 129 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. Boyden's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Boyden's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 189 procedures in 2015 and was 129 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Boyden perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Boyden's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases), hip replacement (53 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Boyden affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Boyden is affiliated with Renown South Meadows Medical Center, Renown Regional Medical Center, Humboldt General Hospital, Northern Nevada Medical Center, Banner Churchill Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Boyden compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Reno?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Reno, Dr. Boyden ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Reno has 318 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Boyden practices?
Renown South Meadows Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Renown Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Humboldt General Hospital (3 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 Reno, Nevada
Dr. Boyden's 129 Medicare procedures are below the Reno average of 166. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Reno.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chad Watts | 318 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sanjai Shukla | 220 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jackson Jones | 205 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hilary Malcarney | 106 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Shonnard | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Sterrenberg | 87 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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