Dr. Darin Allred, D.O
Contact & Location
St George, UT 84790
Dr. Darin Allred is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in St George, Utah. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Allred has performed 99 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#5 in Utah) and 41 hip replacements, for a combined total of 140 procedures.
In Utah, Dr. Allred performs well above average in knee (99 vs 42 avg), above average in hip (41 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Allred's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (99 cases) and hip replacements (41 cases).
St George is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the St George area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Allred extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 110 to 140 in the most recent data, a 27% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Allred's 99 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Allred Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Allred's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 27% from 110 procedures in 2013 to 140 in the most recent data.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Allred
How does Dr. Allred's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Allred has performed 140 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Utah average of 58 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Allred ranks #6 out of 88 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Allred perform?
Dr. Allred's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases) and hip replacement (41 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Allred with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Allred ranks #5 in Utah for knee replacement with 99 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 88 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Allred in St George?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in St George 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 Utah surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Allred 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. Allred's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 140 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Allred's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Allred's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 110 procedures in 2013 to 140 in the most recent data, a 27% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 140 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Allred perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Allred's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases), hip replacement (41 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Allred affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Allred is affiliated with Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Allred compare to other orthopedic surgeons in St George?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in St George, Dr. Allred ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in St George has 186 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Allred practices?
Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital (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 St George, Utah
Dr. Allred's 140 Medicare procedures are above the St George average of 134. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in St George.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Prince | 186 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Zachary Leitze | 154 | Hip, Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Parry | 149 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Jamieson | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Andruss | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alan Sutak | 86 | Hip, Knee |
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