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, for a combined total of 57 procedures.
Dr. Linford's 57 Medicare procedures are near the Wyoming median of 50. The state has 32 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Linford's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 79% of reported Medicare volume.
Dr. Linford is the only orthopedic surgeon in Afton represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Linford
How does Dr. Linford's procedure volume compare to other Wyoming surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Linford performed 57 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Wyoming average of 53 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Linford ranks #11 out of 32 orthopedic surgeons in Wyoming.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Linford perform?
Dr. Linford's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Linford with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Linford ranks #6 in Wyoming for knee replacement with 45 Medicare-verified procedures in 2023. This high ranking among 32 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Linford's practice located?
Dr. Linford practices in Afton, Wyoming. The office is located at 120 Hospital Ln, Afton, WY 83110. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Linford for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Linford represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Linford's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 57 procedures shown here.
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