Knee
Dr. Gordon Olsen, DOPC
Dr. Gordon Olsen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Roosevelt, Utah. Dr. Olsen has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #63 in Utah.
In Utah, Dr. Olsen performs below average in knee (14 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Olsen's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 14 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. Olsen is the only orthopedic surgeon in Roosevelt represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Olsen's Medicare data spans 8 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 33 procedures in 2021 before settling at 14 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Olsen's 14 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Olsen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Contact & Location
Roosevelt, UT 84066
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Olsen's recorded volume peaked at 33 procedures in 2021 and stood at 14 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
Hospital Affiliations
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.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Olsen
How does Dr. Olsen's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Olsen has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Utah average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Olsen ranks #78 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Olsen perform?
Dr. Olsen's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Olsen's practice located?
Dr. Olsen practices in Roosevelt, Utah. The office is located at 210 W 300 N, Roosevelt, UT 84066. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Olsen for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Olsen 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. Olsen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Olsen's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Olsen's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 33 procedures in 2021 and was 14 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. Olsen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Olsen is affiliated with Evanston Regional Hospital. Dr. Olsen maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
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