Dr. Scott Southard, M.D.
Contact & Location
530-541-4119
Gardnerville, NV 89410
Dr. Southard performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 38% of orthopedic surgeons in Nevada, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #13 of 21 ranked shoulder surgeons in Nevada.
About Dr. Southard
Practice. Dr. Scott Southard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gardnerville, Nevada. The latest annual CMS data records 19 shoulder replacements. That is #13 in Nevada for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume peaked at 38 in 2018 and stands at 19 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 19 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Dr. Southard practices across state lines. Dr. Southard also holds hospital privileges in NV and CA, a practice that extends beyond Nevada.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| 2018 | 0 | 12 | 26 |
| 2019 | 0 | 12 | 22 |
| 2020 | 13 | 0 | 17 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| 2022 | 0 | 12 | 20 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 19 |
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 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. Southard Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Southard's recorded volume peaked at 38 procedures in 2018 and stood at 19 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Southard
How does Dr. Southard's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Southard has performed 19 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Nevada average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Southard ranks #51 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Southard perform?
Dr. Southard's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Southard with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Southard ranks #13 in Nevada for shoulder replacement with 19 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Southard's practice located?
Dr. Southard practices in Gardnerville, Nevada. The office is located at 1520 Virginia Ranch Rd Ste 1b, Gardnerville, NV 89410. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Southard for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Southard 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Southard's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 70 procedures against the 19 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. Southard's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Southard's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 38 procedures in 2018 and was 19 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Southard affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Southard is affiliated with Carson Valley Health, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Barton Memorial Hospital. Dr. Southard maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Southard practices?
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); Barton Memorial Hospital (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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