Dr. Michael Edmunds
Contact & Location
Carson City, NV 89705
Dr. Michael Edmunds is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Carson City, Nevada. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Edmunds has completed 57 knee replacements (#8 in Nevada), 26 hip replacements, and 26 shoulder replacements, totaling 109 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Nevada, Dr. Edmunds performs above average in knee (57 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (26 vs 38 avg), near average in shoulder (26 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Edmunds performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (57 cases), followed by hip replacements (26) and shoulder replacements (26).
Carson City is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Carson City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Edmunds extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 94 to 109 in the most recent data, a 16% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Edmunds's 57 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Edmunds Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Edmunds's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 16% from 94 procedures in 2013 to 109 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. Edmunds
How does Dr. Edmunds's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Edmunds has performed 109 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Nevada average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Edmunds ranks #8 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Edmunds perform?
Dr. Edmunds performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (26 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Edmunds with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Edmunds ranks #8 in Nevada for knee replacement with 57 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Edmunds in Carson City?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Carson City 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. Edmunds 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. Edmunds's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 109 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Edmunds's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Edmunds's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 94 procedures in 2013 to 109 in the most recent data, a 16% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 161 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Edmunds perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Edmunds's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (26 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Edmunds among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Edmunds affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Edmunds is affiliated with Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Carson Valley Health.
How does Dr. Edmunds compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Carson City?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Carson City, Dr. Edmunds ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Edmunds has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Edmunds practices?
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center (3 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). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Carson City, Nevada
Dr. Edmunds's 109 Medicare procedures are above the Carson City average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Carson City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nicholas Dirig | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Swanson | 64 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Cummings | 35 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Rueben Nair | 13 | Knee |
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