Dr. Brian Ratigan, M.D.
Dr. Brian Ratigan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in South Bend, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Ratigan has performed 51 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#54 in Indiana) and 18 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 69 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Ratigan performs near average in knee (51 vs 44 avg), below average in shoulder (18 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Ratigan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (51 cases) and shoulder replacements (18 cases).
South Bend is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the South Bend area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Ratigan also maintains hospital privileges in IN and MI, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Medicare records for Dr. Ratigan extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 69 in the most recent data, a 431% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ratigan's 51 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Ratigan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
South Bend, IN 46635
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ratigan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 431% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 69 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. Ratigan
How does Dr. Ratigan's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Ratigan has performed 69 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ratigan ranks #75 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ratigan perform?
Dr. Ratigan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases) and shoulder replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ratigan in South Bend?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in South Bend 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. Ratigan 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. Ratigan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 69 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ratigan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ratigan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 69 in the most recent data, a 431% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 93 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Ratigan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ratigan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ratigan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ratigan is affiliated with Unity Physicians Hospital, Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St Joseph Hospi. Dr. Ratigan maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Ratigan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in South Bend?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in South Bend, Dr. Ratigan ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in South Bend has 292 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ratigan practices?
Unity Physicians Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St Joseph Hospi (4 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 South Bend, Indiana
Dr. Ratigan's 69 Medicare procedures are below the South Bend average of 112. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in South Bend.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Yergler | 292 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Cien | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregg Ebersole | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Henry Kim | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sieradzki | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Akre | 52 | Hip, Knee |
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