Dr. Samuel Linford, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Samuel Linford is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Afton, Wyoming. In 2023, Dr. Linford performed 45 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#6 in Wyoming) and 12 hip replacements (#18 in Wyoming), for a combined total of 57 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
45 verified cases
#6 in Wyoming
Hip Replacement
12 verified cases
#18 in Wyoming

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Linford

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (57 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Linford, 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: 307-885-5870
120 Hospital Ln
Afton, WY 83110
NPI: 1306091046
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 18 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
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.