Dr. Rory Sandberg, M.D.
Contact & Location
765-702-2817
Muncie, IN 47303
Fishers, IN 46037
Carmel, IN 46033
Dr. Sandberg performs more knee replacement procedures than 16% of orthopedic surgeons in Indiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #157 of 188 ranked knee surgeons in Indiana.
About Dr. Sandberg
Practice. Dr. Rory Sandberg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Muncie, Indiana. The latest annual CMS data records 18 knee replacements and 16 hip replacements, 34 procedures in all. That is #157 in Indiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 5 years. Volume has held between 15 and 38 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 18 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Muncie 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 16 | 22 |
| 2020 | 11 | 17 |
| 2021 | 16 | 18 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 15 |
| 2024 | 16 | 18 |
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. 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. Sandberg Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sandberg's procedure volume has been consistent across 5 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 38 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Sandberg
How does Dr. Sandberg's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Sandberg has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Indiana average is 60 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Sandberg ranks #148 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sandberg perform?
Dr. Sandberg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sandberg 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. Sandberg 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, which puts Dr. Sandberg's total volume across all insurers at roughly 110 to 140 procedures against the 34 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. Sandberg's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Sandberg's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 5 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 38 procedures per year between 2019 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Sandberg perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sandberg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sandberg affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sandberg is affiliated with Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Sandberg compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Muncie?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Muncie, Dr. Sandberg ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Muncie has 105 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sandberg practices?
Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital (3 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. Sandberg's 34 Medicare procedures are below the Muncie average of 42. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Muncie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brent Damer | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Cieply | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Jaggers | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Chae | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jacob Triplet | 14 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Waterman | 12 | Shoulder |
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