Dr. Oliver Nikolaus, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
59 verified cases
#5 in Utah
Knee Replacement
53 verified cases
#20 in Utah

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)

Questions to Ask Dr. Nikolaus

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (112 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Nikolaus, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 801-261-7479
1160 E 3900 S Ste 5000
Salt Lake City, UT 84124
NPI: 1700149572
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 13 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.