Dr. Tony Pedri, MD
Contact & Location
307-212-7770
Rock Springs, WY 82901
About Dr. Pedri
Dr. Tony Pedri is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rock Springs, Wyoming. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Pedri performed 31 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#14 in Wyoming) and 17 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In Wyoming, Dr. Pedri performs near the state average in knee (31 vs 34), below the state average in hip (17 vs 26).
Dr. Pedri's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (31 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Dr. Pedri is the only orthopedic surgeon in Rock Springs represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Pedri extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 34 to 48 in the most recent data, a 41% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Pedri's 31 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)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 17 | 17 |
| 2023 | 20 | 33 |
| 2024 | 17 | 31 |
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. Pedri Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wyoming state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pedri's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 41% from 34 procedures in 2022 to 48 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Pedri
How does Dr. Pedri's procedure volume compare to other Wyoming surgeons?
Dr. Pedri has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Wyoming average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pedri ranks #19 out of 34 orthopedic surgeons in Wyoming.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pedri perform?
Dr. Pedri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Pedri with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Pedri ranks #14 in Wyoming for knee replacement with 31 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 34 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Pedri's practice located?
Dr. Pedri practices in Rock Springs, Wyoming. The office is located at 1180 College Dr, Rock Springs, WY 82901. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Pedri for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Pedri 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. Pedri's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pedri's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pedri's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 34 procedures in 2022 to 48 in the most recent data, a 41% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 53 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Pedri perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pedri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pedri affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pedri is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Sweetwater County.
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