Dr. Scott Southard, M.D.
Contact & Location
Gardnerville, NV 89410
Dr. Scott Southard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gardnerville, Nevada. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Southard has performed 19 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #13 in Nevada.
In Nevada, Dr. Southard performs below average in shoulder (19 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Southard's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 19 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Southard is the only orthopedic surgeon in Gardnerville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Southard's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2015. Volume peaked at 38 procedures in 2018 before settling at 19 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Southard's 19 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. 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 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. Southard's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 19 procedures shown here.
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.
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). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Patient Resources & Verification
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