Dr. Anthony Nwakama, MD
Contact & Location
Slayton, MN 56172
Dr. Anthony Nwakama is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Slayton, Minnesota. Dr. Nwakama has performed 11 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #106 in Minnesota.
In Minnesota, Dr. Nwakama performs below average in hip (11 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Nwakama's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 11 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.
Dr. Nwakama is the only orthopedic surgeon in Slayton represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Nwakama's Medicare data spans 6 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 40 procedures in 2013 before settling at 11 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Nwakama's 11 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Nwakama Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nwakama's recorded volume peaked at 40 procedures in 2013 and stood at 11 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
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.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nwakama
How does Dr. Nwakama's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Nwakama has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Minnesota average is 43 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Nwakama ranks #181 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nwakama perform?
Dr. Nwakama's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Nwakama's practice located?
Dr. Nwakama practices in Slayton, Minnesota. The office is located at 2331 20th St, Slayton, MN 56172. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Nwakama for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Nwakama 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. Nwakama's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Nwakama's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Nwakama's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 40 procedures in 2013 and was 11 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nwakama affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nwakama is affiliated with Ccm Health, Appleton Area Health, Johnson Memorial Hospital And Home, Madelia Health, Murray County Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nwakama practices?
Ccm Health (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Appleton Area Health (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Johnson Memorial Hospital And Home (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Patient Resources & Verification
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