Dr. Douglas Cipriano, M.D.
Contact & Location
208-263-8597
Sandpoint, ID 83864
Dr. Cipriano performs more knee replacement procedures than 3% of orthopedic surgeons in Idaho, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #50 of 52 ranked knee surgeons in Idaho.
About Dr. Cipriano
Practice. Dr. Douglas Cipriano is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sandpoint, Idaho. The latest annual CMS data records 12 knee replacements and 12 hip replacements, 24 procedures in all. That is #50 in Idaho for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 10 years. Volume peaked at 39 in 2019 and stands at 24 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 12 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Sandpoint has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 14 | 16 |
| 2014 | 0 | 13 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 13 | 0 |
| 2017 | 14 | 13 |
| 2018 | 15 | 13 |
| 2019 | 18 | 21 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 12 |
| 2022 | 12 | 19 |
| 2023 | 0 | 21 |
| 2024 | 12 | 12 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Cipriano Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Idaho state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cipriano's recorded volume peaked at 39 procedures in 2019 and stood at 24 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cipriano
How does Dr. Cipriano's procedure volume compare to other Idaho surgeons?
Dr. Cipriano has performed 24 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Idaho average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Cipriano ranks #50 out of 70 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cipriano perform?
Dr. Cipriano's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cipriano in Sandpoint?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Sandpoint 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 Idaho surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cipriano represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Cipriano's total volume across all insurers at roughly 80 to 100 procedures against the 24 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Cipriano's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cipriano's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 39 procedures in 2019 and was 24 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Cipriano perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cipriano's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cipriano affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cipriano is affiliated with Bonner General Hospital, Boundary Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Cipriano compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sandpoint?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Sandpoint, Dr. Cipriano ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cipriano has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cipriano practices?
Bonner General Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Boundary Community Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Sandpoint, Idaho
Dr. Cipriano's 24 Medicare procedures are above the Sandpoint average of 18. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sandpoint.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brent Leedle | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Klaucke | 13 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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