Dr. Nathaniel Nelms, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Nathaniel Nelms is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in South Burlington, Vermont. In 2023, Dr. Nelms performed 59 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#2 in Vermont) and 53 knee replacements (#4 in Vermont), for a combined total of 112 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Vermont.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
59 verified cases
#2 in Vermont
Knee Replacement
53 verified cases
#4 in Vermont

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Nelms

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

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Nelms, 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: 802-847-0000
192 Tilley Dr
South Burlington, VT 05403
NPI: 1881743664
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

Other Top Vermont Orthopedic Surgeons

Dr. Eric Marsh - Rutland 210 procedures
Dr. Erin Pichiotino - Morrisville 154 procedures
Dr. Lindsay Kleeman-Forsthuber - Rutland 90 procedures
Dr. Elizabeth McLarney - Brattleboro 83 procedures

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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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