Dr. John Edwards, M.D.
Dr. John Edwards is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bountiful, Utah. Dr. Edwards has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#38 in Utah) and 24 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Utah, Dr. Edwards performs below average in knee (28 vs 42 avg), below average in shoulder (24 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Edwards's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and shoulder replacements (24 cases).
Bountiful is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bountiful area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Edwards's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 106 procedures in 2013 before settling at 52 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Edwards's 28 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. Edwards Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Contact & Location
Bountiful, UT 84010
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Edwards's recorded volume peaked at 106 procedures in 2013 and stood at 52 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Edwards
How does Dr. Edwards's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Edwards has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Utah average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Edwards ranks #39 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Edwards perform?
Dr. Edwards's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and shoulder replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Edwards in Bountiful?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bountiful 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. Edwards 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. Edwards's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Edwards's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Edwards's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 106 procedures in 2013 and was 52 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. Edwards perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Edwards's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Edwards affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Edwards is affiliated with Lakeview Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital-Davis, Lds Hospital.
How does Dr. Edwards compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bountiful?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bountiful, Dr. Edwards ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bountiful has 208 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Edwards practices?
Lakeview Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Holy Cross Hospital-Davis (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lds 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 Bountiful, Utah
Dr. Edwards's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Bountiful average of 130. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bountiful.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joshua Hickman | 208 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Clint Wooten | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Travis Hendry | 98 | Shoulder |
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