Dr. Jason Caron, MD
Contact & Location
Bemidji, MN 56601
Dr. Jason Caron is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bemidji, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Caron has performed 63 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#13 in Minnesota) and 35 hip replacements, for a combined total of 98 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Caron performs well above average in knee (63 vs 30 avg), above average in hip (35 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Caron's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (63 cases) and hip replacements (35 cases).
Bemidji is home to 3 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 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 56 to 98 in the most recent data, a 75% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Caron's 63 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Caron's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 75% from 56 procedures in 2013 to 98 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 98 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Minnesota average of 43 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Caron ranks #15 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Caron perform?
Dr. Caron's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases) and hip replacement (35 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Caron with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Caron ranks #13 in Minnesota for knee replacement with 63 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 187 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Caron in Bemidji?
Yes. There are 3 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 98 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 98 in the most recent data, a 75% increase over 12 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 (63 cases), hip replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
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.
How does Dr. Caron compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bemidji?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Bemidji, Dr. Caron ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Caron has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
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 98 Medicare procedures are above the Bemidji average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bemidji.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mitchell Wyffels | 49 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Sessions | 13 | Knee |
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