Dr. Brandon Bukowski, M.D.
Contact & Location
Mankato, MN 56001
Dr. Brandon Bukowski is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mankato, Minnesota. Dr. Bukowski has performed 16 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#80 in Minnesota) and 11 knee replacements, for a combined total of 27 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Bukowski performs below average in hip (16 vs 26 avg), below average in knee (11 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Bukowski's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (16 cases) and knee replacements (11 cases).
Mankato is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mankato area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bukowski first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Bukowski's 16 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. Bukowski Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bukowski
How does Dr. Bukowski's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Bukowski has performed 27 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. Bukowski ranks #111 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bukowski perform?
Dr. Bukowski's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bukowski in Mankato?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Mankato 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 Minnesota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bukowski 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. Bukowski's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Bukowski perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bukowski's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bukowski affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bukowski is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System - Mankato, Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont, Mayo Clinic Health System St. James, Mayo Clinic Health System New Prague.
How does Dr. Bukowski compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mankato?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Mankato, Dr. Bukowski ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Mankato has 133 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bukowski practices?
Mayo Clinic Health System - Mankato (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Mankato, Minnesota
Dr. Bukowski's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Mankato average of 56. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mankato.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kyle Swanson | 133 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jesse Botker | 75 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jacob Ziegler | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Busse | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Springer | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Freed | 29 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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