Knee
Dr. Nicholas Duethman, MD
Dr. Nicholas Duethman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Manhattan, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Duethman has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #80 in Kansas.
In Kansas, Dr. Duethman performs below average in knee (22 vs 64 avg).
Dr. Duethman's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 22 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Manhattan is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Manhattan area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Duethman first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Duethman's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Duethman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Contact & Location
Manhattan, KS 66502
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Duethman has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Duethman
How does Dr. Duethman's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Duethman has performed 22 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kansas average is 81 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Duethman ranks #95 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Duethman perform?
Dr. Duethman's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Duethman in Manhattan?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Manhattan 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. Duethman 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. Duethman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 22 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Duethman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Duethman is affiliated with Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills, Llc, Manhattan Surgical Hospital Llc, Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc, Clay County Medical Center, Wamego Health Center.
How does Dr. Duethman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Manhattan?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Manhattan, Dr. Duethman ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Manhattan has 185 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Duethman practices?
Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills, Llc (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Manhattan Surgical Hospital Llc (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc (4 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 Manhattan, Kansas
Dr. Duethman's 22 Medicare procedures are below the Manhattan average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Manhattan.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James McAtee | 185 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Trevor Gaskill | 121 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryce Palmgren | 71 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Adam Chase | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Heidi Smith | 56 | Hip, Knee |
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