Contact & Location
702-878-0393
Las Vegas, NV 89128
Dr. Liu performs more hip replacement procedures than 48% of orthopedic surgeons in Nevada, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #17 of 33 ranked hip surgeons in Nevada.
About Dr. Liu
Practice. Dr. Zefu Liu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Las Vegas, Nevada. The latest annual CMS data records 26 hip replacements and 17 shoulder replacements, 43 procedures in all. That is #17 in Nevada for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Dr. Liu first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 26 procedures is below the national average of 36. 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
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 15 procedures in 2023 and 43 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 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. Liu Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Liu has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Nutrition and Recovery After Joint ReplacementHow protein intake, anti-inflammatory foods, hydration, and targeted supplements support bone healing and tissue repair after surgery.
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.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Liu
How does Dr. Liu's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Liu has performed 43 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 #32 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Liu perform?
Dr. Liu's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (26 cases) and shoulder replacement (17 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Liu with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Liu ranks #17 in Nevada for hip replacement with 26 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Liu's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 160 procedures against the 43 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.
Does Dr. Liu perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Liu's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (17 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 Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Southern Hills Hospital And Medical Center, West Henderson Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Mountainview Hospital.
How does Dr. Liu compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Las Vegas?
Among the 26 orthopedic surgeons in Las Vegas, Dr. Liu ranks #10 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?
Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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 43 Medicare procedures are below the Las Vegas average of 95. 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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