Dr. Brent Damer, D.O.
Contact & Location
Muncie, IN 47304
Dr. Brent Damer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Muncie, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Damer has performed 68 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#21 in Indiana) and 37 hip replacements, for a combined total of 105 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Damer performs above average in knee (68 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (37 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Damer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (68 cases) and hip replacements (37 cases).
Muncie is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Muncie area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Damer extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 62 to 105 in the most recent data, a 69% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Damer's 68 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Damer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Damer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 69% from 62 procedures in 2013 to 105 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. Damer
How does Dr. Damer's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Damer has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Damer ranks #27 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Damer perform?
Dr. Damer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases) and hip replacement (37 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Damer in Muncie?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Muncie 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Damer 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. Damer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 105 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Damer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Damer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 62 procedures in 2013 to 105 in the most recent data, a 69% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 141 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Damer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Damer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases), hip replacement (37 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Damer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Damer is affiliated with Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Ascension St Vincent Anderson, Iu Health Jay, Marion General Hospital, Reid Health.
How does Dr. Damer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Muncie?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Muncie, Dr. Damer ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Damer has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Damer practices?
Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension St Vincent Anderson (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Muncie, Indiana
Dr. Damer's 105 Medicare procedures are above the Muncie average of 42. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Muncie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Cieply | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Jaggers | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rory Sandberg | 34 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Chae | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jacob Triplet | 14 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Waterman | 12 | Shoulder |
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