Contact & Location
702-740-5327
Las Vegas, NV 89113
Dr. Liu performs more knee replacement procedures than 26% of orthopedic surgeons in Nevada, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #37 of 50 ranked knee surgeons in Nevada.
About Dr. Liu
Practice. Dr. Xin Liu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Las Vegas, Nevada. The latest annual CMS data records 20 knee replacements and 11 shoulder replacements, 31 procedures in all. That is #37 in Nevada for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 54 in 2019 and stands at 31 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 20 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
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 | 14 | 0 | 11 |
| 2014 | 13 | 14 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 17 | 16 |
| 2016 | 21 | 17 | 15 |
| 2017 | 14 | 19 | 13 |
| 2018 | 0 | 25 | 16 |
| 2019 | 11 | 22 | 21 |
| 2020 | 13 | 15 | 12 |
| 2021 | 0 | 15 | 17 |
| 2022 | 0 | 11 | 19 |
| 2023 | 0 | 20 | 22 |
| 2024 | 0 | 20 | 11 |
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, 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. Liu Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Liu's recorded volume peaked at 54 procedures in 2019 and stood at 31 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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Liu
How does Dr. Liu's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Liu has performed 31 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. Liu ranks #44 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Liu perform?
Dr. Liu's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and shoulder replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Liu 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. Liu 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Liu's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 120 procedures against the 31 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. Liu's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Liu's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 54 procedures in 2019 and was 31 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. Liu perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Liu's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Liu affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Liu is affiliated with Southern Hills Hospital And Medical Center.
How does Dr. Liu compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Las Vegas?
Among the 26 orthopedic surgeons in Las Vegas, Dr. Liu ranks #18 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Las Vegas has 161 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Liu practices?
Southern Hills Hospital And Medical Center (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Las Vegas, Nevada
Dr. Liu's 31 Medicare procedures are below the Las Vegas average of 93. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Las Vegas.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Baldauf | 161 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| 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 |
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