Dr. Hans Bengtson, M.D.
Contact & Location
651-968-5201
Faribault, MN 55021
Dr. Bengtson performs more knee replacement procedures than 40% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #86 of 144 ranked knee surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Bengtson
Practice. Dr. Hans Bengtson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Faribault, Minnesota. The latest annual CMS data records 20 knee replacements. That is #86 in Minnesota for knee replacement. Dr. Bengtson also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 15 procedures a year to 20, up 33%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 20 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Faribault has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 20 |
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. 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. Bengtson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bengtson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 33% from 15 procedures in 2019 to 20 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. Bengtson
How does Dr. Bengtson's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Bengtson has performed 20 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. Bengtson ranks #128 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bengtson perform?
Dr. Bengtson's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bengtson in Faribault?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Faribault 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. Bengtson 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, which puts Dr. Bengtson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 70 to 90 procedures against the 20 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. Bengtson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bengtson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2019 to 20 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 20 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bengtson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bengtson is affiliated with Northfield City Hospital, Allina Health Faribault Medical Center, Abbott Northwestern Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bengtson practices?
Northfield City Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Allina Health Faribault Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Abbott Northwestern 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 Faribault, Minnesota
Dr. Bengtson's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Faribault average of 25. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Faribault.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Clinton Muench | 29 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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