Dr. Eric Busse, MD
Contact & Location
507-625-4031
Mankato, MN 56001
Dr. Busse performs more knee replacement procedures than 41% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #84 of 144 ranked knee surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Busse
Dr. Eric Busse is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mankato, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Busse performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#84 in Minnesota) and 20 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Busse performs below the state average in knee (22 vs 30), below the state average in hip (20 vs 26).
Dr. Busse's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (20 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Busse extend back to 2018, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 23 to 42 in the most recent data, a 83% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Busse's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 | 12 |
| 2019 | 22 | 25 |
| 2020 | 26 | 38 |
| 2021 | 26 | 34 |
| 2022 | 29 | 29 |
| 2023 | 24 | 26 |
| 2024 | 20 | 22 |
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. Busse Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Busse's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 83% from 23 procedures in 2018 to 42 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Busse
How does Dr. Busse's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Busse has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Minnesota average of 43 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Busse ranks #75 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Busse perform?
Dr. Busse's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Busse 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. Busse 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. Busse's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 180 procedures against the 42 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. Busse's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Busse's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 23 procedures in 2018 to 42 in the most recent data, a 83% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 64 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Busse perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Busse's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Busse affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Busse is affiliated with M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital, Ridgeview Medical Center, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital.
How does Dr. Busse compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mankato?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Mankato, Dr. Busse ranks #4 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. Busse practices?
M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ridgeview Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital (4 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 Mankato, Minnesota
Dr. Busse's 42 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. John Springer | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Freed | 29 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Brandon Bukowski | 27 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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