Dr. Richard Dees, DO
Contact & Location
Oklahoma City, OK 73159
Dr. Richard Dees is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dr. Dees has performed 15 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #21 in Oklahoma.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Dees performs below average in shoulder (15 vs 22 avg).
Dr. Dees's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 15 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.
Oklahoma City is home to 44 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Oklahoma City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Dees first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Dees's 15 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Dees Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dees
How does Dr. Dees's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Dees has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oklahoma average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dees ranks #110 out of 122 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dees perform?
Dr. Dees's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dees in Oklahoma City?
Yes. There are 44 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dees 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. Dees's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dees affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dees is affiliated with Integris Health Edmond Hospital, Integris Canadian Valley Hospital.
How does Dr. Dees compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City?
Among the 44 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City, Dr. Dees ranks #40 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Oklahoma City has 449 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dees practices?
Integris Health Edmond Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Integris Canadian Valley Hospital (3 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 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Dr. Dees's 15 Medicare procedures are below the Oklahoma City average of 230. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oklahoma City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Jacob | 449 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Corey Ponder | 316 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Tkach | 279 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Reddick | 234 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Haynes | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Mitchell | 158 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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