Who is the top-ranked shoulder replacement surgeon in Utah?

Zachary Leitze in St George is the highest-volume shoulder replacement surgeon in Utah with 122 Medicare procedures. Our rankings list 25 Utah surgeons by verified Medicare procedure volume. High-volume surgeons are associated with better outcomes and fewer complications.

How many shoulder replacement surgeons are in Utah?

Utah has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform shoulder replacement, with a combined 816 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our Utah shoulder replacement rankings performs 33 procedures annually. Top cities include Salt Lake City, St George, Bountiful.

What is the average cost of shoulder replacement in Utah?

For Medicare beneficiaries in Utah, out-of-pocket costs for shoulder replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Costs depend on your hospital choice, whether you have outpatient vs. inpatient surgery, and your specific Medicare plan. Reverse shoulder replacement may cost slightly more than anatomic replacement.

Does Medicare cover shoulder replacement surgery in Utah?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary shoulder replacement surgery in Utah. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 25 Utah surgeons in our rankings accept Medicare assignment.

How do I choose the right shoulder replacement surgeon in Utah?

Compare Utah shoulder replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in Utah performs 122 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like reverse shoulder replacement when appropriate; (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for shoulder replacement?

Initial recovery from shoulder replacement takes 6-8 weeks with arm support in a sling. Full recovery including strength and range of motion takes 6-12 months. Physical therapy typically continues for 3-6 months. Utah shoulder surgeons provide comprehensive rehabilitation protocols.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for shoulder replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume shoulder replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 50+ procedures annually have lower complication rates, fewer revision surgeries, and higher patient satisfaction. Our Utah rankings use verified Medicare data to help you identify the most experienced surgeons.

Which cities in Utah have the best shoulder replacement surgeons?

The top cities for shoulder replacement surgery in Utah include Salt Lake City, St George, Bountiful. These cities have the highest concentration of experienced shoulder replacement surgeons based on Medicare procedure volume data. We provide city-specific rankings to help you find qualified surgeons near you.

25 Best Shoulder Replacement Surgeons in Utah

1

State Rank

NPI: 1053341115

Zachary Leitze

St George

UT

122

Verified Cases

1053341115

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1124235312

Travis Hendry

Bountiful

UT

98

Verified Cases

1124235312

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1750333092

Michael Metcalf

Park City

UT

70

Verified Cases

1750333092

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1659300044

Robert Tashjian

Salt Lake City

UT

61

Verified Cases

1659300044

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1508853425

Jeffery Sorensen

Ogden

UT

35

Verified Cases

1508853425

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1679781140

Randy Clark

St George

UT

33

Verified Cases

1679781140

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1871760439

Benjamin Widmer

Murray

UT

32

Verified Cases

1871760439

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1861819112

Christopher Joyce, MD

Lone Tree

CO

Also practices here via University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics

32

Verified Cases

1861819112

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1518288323

Peter Chalmers, MD

Saint Louis

MO

Also practices here via University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics

27

Verified Cases

1518288323

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1437418217

John Taylor

Orem

UT

26

Verified Cases

1437418217

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1619913381

Blake Johnson, M.D.

Twin Falls

ID

Also practices here via Intermountain Medical Center

26

Verified Cases

1619913381

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1750599171

Jonathan Donigan

Layton

UT

25

Verified Cases

1750599171

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1942341706

John Edwards

Bountiful

UT

24

Verified Cases

1942341706

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1619181302

Ben Robinson

Richfield

UT

23

Verified Cases

1619181302

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1306339676

Michael Moverman

Salt Lake City

UT

21

Verified Cases

1306339676

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1821318494

Mark Hatch

Park City

UT

21

Verified Cases

1821318494

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1033123179

Jeffrey Jackson

Salt Lake City

UT

18

Verified Cases

1033123179

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1205926748

Randy Delcore

Cedar City

UT

18

Verified Cases

1205926748

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1285611475

Scott Parry

St George

UT

18

Verified Cases

1285611475

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1114905932

Todd Parry

St George

UT

17

Verified Cases

1114905932

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1891787339

Christopher Martin

Salt Lake City

UT

15

Verified Cases

1891787339

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1669702429

Daniel Higbee, D.O.

Grand Blanc

MI

Also practices here via Brigham City Community Hospital

15

Verified Cases

1669702429

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1770665333

Aaron Chamberlain

Murray

UT

14

Verified Cases

1770665333

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1972597730

John Skedros

Salt Lake City

UT

14

Verified Cases

1972597730

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1720075047

Michael Hall

Ogden

UT

11

Verified Cases

1720075047

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

TOP 25 Shoulder Replacement Surgeons in Utah

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Zachary Leitze

Travis Hendry

Michael Metcalf

Robert Tashjian

Jeffery Sorensen

Randy Clark

Benjamin Widmer

Christopher Joyce, MD

Peter Chalmers, MD

John Taylor

Blake Johnson, M.D.

Jonathan Donigan

John Edwards

Ben Robinson

Michael Moverman

Mark Hatch

Jeffrey Jackson

Randy Delcore

Scott Parry

Todd Parry

Christopher Martin

Daniel Higbee, D.O.

Aaron Chamberlain

John Skedros

Michael Hall

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