Dr. Jason Caron, MD
Dr. Jason Caron is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bemidji, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Caron has completed 65 knee replacements (#13 in Minnesota), 35 hip replacements, and 18 shoulder replacements, totaling 118 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Caron performs well above average in knee (65 vs 32 avg), above average in hip (35 vs 27 avg), below average in shoulder (18 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Caron performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (65 cases), followed by hip replacements (35) and shoulder replacements (18).
Bemidji is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bemidji area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Caron extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 56 to 118 in the most recent data, a 111% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Caron's 65 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Caron Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Contact & Location
Bemidji, MN 56601
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Caron's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 111% from 56 procedures in 2013 to 118 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. Caron
How does Dr. Caron's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Caron has performed 118 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Minnesota average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Caron ranks #11 out of 179 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Caron perform?
Dr. Caron performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (65 cases), hip replacement (35 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Caron with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Caron ranks #13 in Minnesota for knee replacement with 65 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 179 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Caron in Bemidji?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Bemidji 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. Caron 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. Caron's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 118 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Caron's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Caron's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 56 procedures in 2013 to 118 in the most recent data, a 111% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 122 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Caron perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Caron's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (65 cases), hip replacement (35 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Caron among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Caron affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Caron is affiliated with Sanford Bemidji Medical Center, Lakewood Health Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Caron practices?
Sanford Bemidji Medical Center (4 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 Bemidji, Minnesota
Dr. Caron's 118 Medicare procedures are above the Bemidji average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bemidji.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mitchell Wyffels | 42 | Hip, Knee |
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