Dr. Todd Herrenbruck, M.D.
Contact & Location
785-823-2215
Salina, KS 67401
Dr. Herrenbruck performs more knee replacement procedures than 91% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #8 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Herrenbruck
Practice. Dr. Todd Herrenbruck is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salina, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 126 knee replacements, 64 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements, 203 procedures in all. That is #8 in Kansas for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 121 procedures a year to 203, up 68%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 126 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Salina has 4 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 30 | 91 | 0 |
| 2014 | 39 | 109 | 0 |
| 2015 | 28 | 110 | 0 |
| 2016 | 26 | 114 | 19 |
| 2017 | 34 | 104 | 23 |
| 2018 | 39 | 101 | 14 |
| 2019 | 39 | 133 | 20 |
| 2020 | 58 | 100 | 18 |
| 2021 | 51 | 125 | 29 |
| 2022 | 51 | 107 | 19 |
| 2023 | 53 | 122 | 18 |
| 2024 | 64 | 126 | 13 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Herrenbruck Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Herrenbruck's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 68% from 121 procedures in 2013 to 203 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Herrenbruck
How does Dr. Herrenbruck's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Herrenbruck has performed 203 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Kansas average of 85 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Herrenbruck ranks #9 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Herrenbruck perform?
Dr. Herrenbruck performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (126 cases), hip replacement (64 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Herrenbruck with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Herrenbruck ranks #8 in Kansas for knee replacement with 126 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 110 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Herrenbruck in Salina?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Salina 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. Herrenbruck 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Herrenbruck's total volume across all insurers at roughly 680 to 850 procedures against the 203 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. Herrenbruck's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Herrenbruck's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 121 procedures in 2013 to 203 in the most recent data, a 68% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 205 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Herrenbruck perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Herrenbruck's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (126 cases), hip replacement (64 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Herrenbruck among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Herrenbruck affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Herrenbruck is affiliated with Salina Surgical Hospital, Citizens Medical Center, Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems, Hays Medical Center, Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Herrenbruck compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salina?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Salina, Dr. Herrenbruck ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Herrenbruck has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Herrenbruck practices?
Salina Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Citizens Medical Center (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 Salina, Kansas
Dr. Herrenbruck's 203 Medicare procedures are above the Salina average of 96. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salina.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Travis Rump | 128 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Byron Grauerholz | 31 | Knee |
| Dr. Gary Harbin | 23 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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