Dr. Brandon Kelly, M.D.
Dr. Brandon Kelly is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Eagan, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Kelly has performed 42 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#19 in Minnesota) and 35 knee replacements, for a combined total of 77 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Kelly performs above average in hip (42 vs 27 avg), near average in knee (35 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Kelly's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (42 cases) and knee replacements (35 cases).
Eagan is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Eagan area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Kelly first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kelly's 42 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Kelly Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Contact & Location
Eagan, MN 55121
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kelly 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. Kelly
How does Dr. Kelly's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Kelly has performed 77 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Minnesota average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kelly ranks #32 out of 179 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kelly perform?
Dr. Kelly's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (42 cases) and knee replacement (35 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Kelly with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Kelly ranks #19 in Minnesota for hip replacement with 42 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 179 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kelly in Eagan?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Eagan 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. Kelly 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. Kelly's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 77 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Kelly perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kelly's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (42 cases), knee replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kelly affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kelly is affiliated with M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital, M Health Fairview St John'S Hospital, M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kelly compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Eagan?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Eagan, Dr. Kelly ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kelly is among the highest-volume surgeons in Eagan.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kelly practices?
M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); M Health Fairview St John'S Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); M Health Fairview University Of Mn 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 Eagan, Minnesota
Dr. Kelly's 77 Medicare procedures are above the Eagan average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Eagan.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kristoffer Breien | 128 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nies | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Erik Stroemer | 32 | Hip, Knee |
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