Dr. Keith Nelson, M.D.
Contact & Location
435-787-2000
Logan, UT 84341
Dr. Nelson performs more knee replacement procedures than 13% of orthopedic surgeons in Utah, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #60 of 69 ranked knee surgeons in Utah.
About Dr. Nelson
Practice. Dr. Keith Nelson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Logan, Utah. The latest annual CMS data records 15 knee replacements. That is #60 in Utah for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 7 years. Volume has held between 12 and 22 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 15 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Logan has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Nelson also holds hospital privileges in ID and UT, a practice that extends beyond Utah.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 15 |
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 23% to 28% for knee 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. Nelson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nelson's procedure volume has been consistent across 7 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 22 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nelson
How does Dr. Nelson's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Nelson has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Utah average is 58 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Nelson ranks #79 out of 88 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nelson perform?
Dr. Nelson's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee 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. Nelson in Logan?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Logan 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. Nelson 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Nelson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 70 procedures against the 15 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.
Has Dr. Nelson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Nelson's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 7 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 22 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nelson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Caribou Medical Center, Cache Valley Hospital, Bear Lake Memorial Hospital, Intermountain Health Logan Regional Hospital, Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital. Dr. Nelson maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nelson practices?
Caribou Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Cache Valley Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Bear Lake Memorial Hospital (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 Logan, Utah
Dr. Nelson's 15 Medicare procedures are below the Logan average of 17. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Logan.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gregory Hicken | 19 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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