Dr. Burk Young, M.D.
Contact & Location
Douglas, WY 82633
Dr. Burk Young is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Douglas, Wyoming. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Young has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#19 in Wyoming) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Wyoming, Dr. Young performs below average in knee (24 vs 34 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Young's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Douglas is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Douglas area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Young extend back to 2013, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 41 in the most recent data, a 215% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Young's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Young Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wyoming state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Young's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 215% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 41 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. Young
How does Dr. Young's procedure volume compare to other Wyoming surgeons?
Dr. Young has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Wyoming average is 55 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Young ranks #21 out of 34 orthopedic surgeons in Wyoming.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Young perform?
Dr. Young's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Young with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Young ranks #19 in Wyoming for knee replacement with 24 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 34 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Young in Douglas?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Douglas 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 Wyoming surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Young 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. Young's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Young's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Young's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 41 in the most recent data, a 215% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 41 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Young perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Young's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Young affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Young is affiliated with Ivinson Memorial Hospital, Platte County Hospital, Memorial Hospital Of Converse County.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Young practices?
Ivinson Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Platte County Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Memorial Hospital Of Converse County (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 Douglas, Wyoming
Dr. Young's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Douglas average of 50. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Douglas.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Murphy | 59 | Hip, Knee |
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