Dr. Roy Trawick, M.D.
Contact & Location
801-314-4345
Murray, UT 84107
Dr. Trawick performs more knee replacement procedures than 62% of orthopedic surgeons in Utah, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #26 of 69 ranked knee surgeons in Utah.
About Dr. Trawick
Practice. Dr. Roy Trawick is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Murray, Utah. The latest annual CMS data records 39 knee replacements. That is #26 in Utah for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 18 procedures a year to 39, up 117%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 39 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Murray has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 18 | 0 |
| 2014 | 31 | 0 |
| 2015 | 36 | 0 |
| 2016 | 41 | 0 |
| 2017 | 50 | 0 |
| 2018 | 32 | 0 |
| 2019 | 39 | 15 |
| 2020 | 26 | 0 |
| 2021 | 37 | 13 |
| 2022 | 43 | 0 |
| 2023 | 38 | 0 |
| 2024 | 39 | 0 |
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. Trawick Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Trawick's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 117% from 18 procedures in 2013 to 39 in the most recent data.
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Trawick
How does Dr. Trawick's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Trawick has performed 39 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. Trawick ranks #48 out of 88 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Trawick perform?
Dr. Trawick's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 39 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Trawick in Murray?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Murray 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. Trawick 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. Trawick's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 170 procedures against the 39 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. Trawick's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Trawick's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2013 to 39 in the most recent data, a 117% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 54 procedures in 2019.
Which hospitals is Dr. Trawick affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Trawick is affiliated with Intermountain Health Alta View Hospital, Intermountain Health Park City Hospital, Intermountain Health Riverton Hospital.
How does Dr. Trawick compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Murray?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Murray, Dr. Trawick ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Murray has 111 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Trawick practices?
Intermountain Health Alta View Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Intermountain Health Park City Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Intermountain Health Riverton Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Murray, Utah
Dr. Trawick's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Murray average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Murray.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nathan Momberger | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brandon Ferney | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher West | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Evans | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Widmer | 28 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Aaron Chamberlain | 26 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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