Knee
Dr. Brian Bjerke, M.D.
Dr. Brian Bjerke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edina, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Bjerke has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #119 in Minnesota.
In Minnesota, Dr. Bjerke performs below average in knee (14 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Bjerke's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 14 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.
Edina is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Edina area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bjerke first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Bjerke's 14 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. Bjerke Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Contact & Location
Edina, MN 55435
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Bjerke
How does Dr. Bjerke's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Bjerke has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Minnesota average is 47 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Bjerke ranks #159 out of 179 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bjerke perform?
Dr. Bjerke's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bjerke in Edina?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina 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. Bjerke 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. Bjerke's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bjerke affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bjerke is affiliated with Ridgeview Medical Center.
How does Dr. Bjerke compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edina?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina, Dr. Bjerke ranks #20 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Edina has 140 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bjerke practices?
Ridgeview Medical Center (5 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 Edina, Minnesota
Dr. Bjerke's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Edina average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Edina.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Heller | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Anseth | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Tuttle | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bishoy Gad | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Allan Hunt | 69 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Anderson | 52 | Hip, Knee |
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