Dr. Erik Severud, MD
Contact & Location
Hutchinson, KS 67502
Dr. Erik Severud is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hutchinson, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Severud has completed 51 knee replacements (#49 in Kansas), 16 shoulder replacements, and 15 hip replacements, totaling 82 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Severud performs near average in knee (51 vs 62 avg), below average in shoulder (16 vs 31 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Severud performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (51 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (16) and hip replacements (15).
Hutchinson is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Hutchinson area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Severud extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 67 to 82 in the most recent data, a 22% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Severud's 51 verified procedures is near 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. Severud Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Severud's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 22% from 67 procedures in 2013 to 82 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. Severud
How does Dr. Severud's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Severud has performed 82 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kansas average of 85 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Severud ranks #48 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Severud perform?
Dr. Severud performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (51 cases), shoulder replacement (16 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Severud in Hutchinson?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Hutchinson 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 Kansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Severud 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. Severud's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 82 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Severud's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Severud's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 67 procedures in 2013 to 82 in the most recent data, a 22% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 111 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Severud perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Severud's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), shoulder replacement (16 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Severud among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Severud affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Severud is affiliated with Summit Surgical, Llc, Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Inc, Hospital District #1 Of Rice County, Clara Barton Hospital, Mcpherson Hospital Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Severud practices?
Summit Surgical, Llc (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Inc (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 Hutchinson, Kansas
Dr. Severud's 82 Medicare procedures are below the Hutchinson average of 95. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hutchinson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Loewen | 108 | Hip, Knee |
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