Dr. Scott Parry, M.D.
Contact & Location
St George, UT 84790
Dr. Scott Parry is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in St George, Utah. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Parry has completed 77 knee replacements (#8 in Utah), 55 hip replacements, and 17 shoulder replacements, totaling 149 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Utah, Dr. Parry performs above average in knee (77 vs 42 avg), above average in hip (55 vs 30 avg), below average in shoulder (17 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Parry performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (77 cases), followed by hip replacements (55) and shoulder replacements (17).
St George is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the St George area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Parry also maintains hospital privileges in NV and UT, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Utah.
Medicare records for Dr. Parry extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 111 to 149 in the most recent data, a 34% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Parry's 77 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Parry Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Parry's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 34% from 111 procedures in 2013 to 149 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Parry
How does Dr. Parry's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Parry has performed 149 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Utah average of 58 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Parry ranks #5 out of 88 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Parry perform?
Dr. Parry performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (77 cases), hip replacement (55 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Parry with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Parry ranks #8 in Utah for knee replacement with 77 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 88 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Parry in St George?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in St George 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. Parry 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. Parry's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 149 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Parry's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Parry's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 111 procedures in 2013 to 149 in the most recent data, a 34% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 170 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Parry perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Parry's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (77 cases), hip replacement (55 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Parry among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Parry affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Parry is affiliated with Mesa View Regional Hospital, Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital, Grover C Dils Medical Center. Dr. Parry maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Parry compare to other orthopedic surgeons in St George?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in St George, Dr. Parry ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Parry is among the highest-volume surgeons in St George.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Parry practices?
Mesa View Regional Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Intermountain Health St George Regional 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 St George, Utah
Dr. Parry's 149 Medicare procedures are above the St George average of 134. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in St George.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Prince | 186 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Zachary Leitze | 154 | Hip, Shoulder |
| Dr. Darin Allred | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Jamieson | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Andruss | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alan Sutak | 86 | Hip, Knee |
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