Dr. John Baldauf, M.D.
Contact & Location
702-731-1616
Las Vegas, NV 89121
Henderson, NV 89052
Las Vegas, NV 89149
Las Vegas, NV 89113
Dr. Baldauf performs more knee replacement procedures than 90% of orthopedic surgeons in Nevada, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #5 of 50 ranked knee surgeons in Nevada.
About Dr. Baldauf
Practice. Dr. John Baldauf is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Las Vegas, Nevada. The latest annual CMS data records 84 knee replacements, 53 hip replacements, and 24 shoulder replacements, 161 procedures in all. That is #5 in Nevada for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 104 procedures a year to 161, up 55%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 84 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Las Vegas has 26 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 | 36 | 47 | 21 |
| 2014 | 34 | 35 | 12 |
| 2015 | 35 | 26 | 17 |
| 2016 | 31 | 43 | 18 |
| 2017 | 47 | 45 | 26 |
| 2018 | 54 | 53 | 24 |
| 2019 | 45 | 47 | 25 |
| 2020 | 53 | 52 | 39 |
| 2021 | 47 | 57 | 38 |
| 2022 | 50 | 56 | 27 |
| 2023 | 47 | 62 | 32 |
| 2024 | 53 | 84 | 24 |
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. Baldauf Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Baldauf's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 55% from 104 procedures in 2013 to 161 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. Baldauf
How does Dr. Baldauf's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Baldauf has performed 161 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Nevada average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Baldauf ranks #5 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Baldauf perform?
Dr. Baldauf performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (84 cases), hip replacement (53 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Baldauf with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Baldauf ranks #5 in Nevada for knee replacement with 84 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Baldauf in Las Vegas?
Yes. There are 26 orthopedic surgeons in Las Vegas 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. Baldauf 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. Baldauf's total volume across all insurers at roughly 530 to 660 procedures against the 161 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. Baldauf's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Baldauf's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 104 procedures in 2013 to 161 in the most recent data, a 55% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 161 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Baldauf perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Baldauf's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (84 cases), hip replacement (53 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Baldauf among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Baldauf affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Baldauf is affiliated with Henderson Hospital, Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - San Martin Campus.
How does Dr. Baldauf compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Las Vegas?
Among the 26 orthopedic surgeons in Las Vegas, Dr. Baldauf ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Baldauf has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Baldauf practices?
Henderson Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - San Martin Campus (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 Las Vegas, Nevada
Dr. Baldauf's 161 Medicare procedures are above the Las Vegas average of 97. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Las Vegas.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Nishiyama | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roger Fontes | 107 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Russell Nevins | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Parminder Kang | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lawrence Huff | 68 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Galen Kam | 57 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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