Dr. Jason Dalling, M.D.
Contact & Location
208-522-6662
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Dr. Dalling performs more knee replacement procedures than 61% of orthopedic surgeons in Idaho, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #20 of 52 ranked knee surgeons in Idaho.
About Dr. Dalling
Practice. Dr. Jason Dalling is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Idaho Falls, Idaho. The latest annual CMS data records 46 knee replacements, 41 hip replacements, and 20 shoulder replacements, 107 procedures in all. That is #20 in Idaho for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 45 procedures a year to 107, up 138%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 46 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Idaho Falls has 7 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 21 | 24 | 0 |
| 2015 | 25 | 27 | 0 |
| 2016 | 33 | 49 | 0 |
| 2017 | 26 | 63 | 0 |
| 2018 | 31 | 68 | 17 |
| 2019 | 38 | 56 | 23 |
| 2020 | 32 | 55 | 17 |
| 2021 | 33 | 41 | 24 |
| 2022 | 32 | 59 | 18 |
| 2023 | 31 | 68 | 34 |
| 2024 | 41 | 46 | 20 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Dalling Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Idaho state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dalling's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 138% from 45 procedures in 2014 to 107 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. Dalling
How does Dr. Dalling's procedure volume compare to other Idaho surgeons?
Dr. Dalling has performed 107 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Idaho average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dalling ranks #13 out of 70 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dalling perform?
Dr. Dalling performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (41 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Dalling with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Dalling ranks #20 in Idaho for knee replacement with 46 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 70 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dalling in Idaho Falls?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho Falls 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. Dalling 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Dalling's total volume across all insurers at roughly 340 to 430 procedures against the 107 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. Dalling's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dalling's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 45 procedures in 2014 to 107 in the most recent data, a 138% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 133 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dalling perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dalling's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (41 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Dalling among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dalling affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dalling is affiliated with Mountain View Hospital, Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, Idaho Falls Community Hospital, Llc, Lost Rivers Medical Center, Madison Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Dalling compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Idaho Falls?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho Falls, Dr. Dalling ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dalling has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dalling practices?
Mountain View Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Idaho Falls Community Hospital, Llc (5 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Idaho Falls, Idaho
Dr. Dalling's 107 Medicare procedures are above the Idaho Falls average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Idaho Falls.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brigham Redd | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Andary | 48 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Casey Huntsman | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Liljenquist | 31 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brandon Mennear | 13 | Knee |
| Dr. Nathan Rencher | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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