Dr. Brian O'neill, M.D.
Contact & Location
763-520-7870
Robbinsdale, MN 55422
Dr. O'neill performs more knee replacement procedures than 97% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 144 ranked knee surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. O'neill
Dr. Brian O'neill is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. O'neill performed 86 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#3 in Minnesota) and 57 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 143 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. O'neill performs well above the state average in knee (86 vs 30), well above the state average in hip (57 vs 26).
Dr. O'neill's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (86 cases) and hip replacements (57 cases).
Robbinsdale is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Robbinsdale area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. O'neill extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 58 to 143 in the most recent data, a 147% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. O'neill's 86 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 30 | 28 |
| 2014 | 42 | 25 |
| 2015 | 26 | 19 |
| 2016 | 40 | 29 |
| 2017 | 35 | 27 |
| 2018 | 28 | 31 |
| 2019 | 73 | 84 |
| 2020 | 44 | 58 |
| 2021 | 57 | 58 |
| 2022 | 64 | 77 |
| 2023 | 60 | 77 |
| 2024 | 57 | 86 |
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. 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. O'neill Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. O'neill's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 147% from 58 procedures in 2013 to 143 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.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. O'neill
How does Dr. O'neill's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. O'neill has performed 143 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Minnesota average of 43 procedures per surgeon. Dr. O'neill ranks #4 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. O'neill perform?
Dr. O'neill's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (86 cases) and hip replacement (57 cases).
How experienced is Dr. O'neill with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. O'neill ranks #3 in Minnesota for knee replacement with 86 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 187 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. O'neill in Robbinsdale?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Robbinsdale 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. O'neill 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, which puts Dr. O'neill's total volume across all insurers at roughly 480 to 600 procedures against the 143 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. O'neill's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. O'neill's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 58 procedures in 2013 to 143 in the most recent data, a 147% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 157 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. O'neill perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. O'neill's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (86 cases), hip replacement (57 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. O'neill affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. O'neill is affiliated with Maple Grove Hospital, Ridgeview Medical Center, North Memorial Health - Robbinsdale Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. O'neill practices?
Maple Grove Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ridgeview Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); North Memorial Health - Robbinsdale Hospital (2 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 Robbinsdale, Minnesota
Dr. O'neill's 143 Medicare procedures are above the Robbinsdale average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Robbinsdale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Arthur | 31 | Knee, Shoulder |
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