Dr. Oliver Nikolaus, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Oliver Nikolaus is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salt Lake City, Utah. In 2023, Dr. Nikolaus performed 59 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#5 in Utah) and 53 knee replacements (#20 in Utah), for a combined total of 112 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Utah.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

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

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

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?"

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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)
📅 14 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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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.
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