Dr. Joshua Rother, M.D.
Dr. Joshua Rother is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Duluth, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Rother has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#68 in Minnesota) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Rother performs near average in knee (27 vs 32 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Rother's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Duluth is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Duluth area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Rother extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 36 to 42 in the most recent data, a 17% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Rother's 27 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Rother Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Contact & Location
Duluth, MN 55805
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rother's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 17% from 36 procedures in 2013 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. Rother
How does Dr. Rother's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Rother has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Minnesota average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Rother ranks #77 out of 179 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rother perform?
Dr. Rother's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rother in Duluth?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Duluth 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. Rother 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. Rother's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Rother's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rother's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 36 procedures in 2013 to 42 in the most recent data, a 17% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 46 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Rother perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rother's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rother affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rother is affiliated with Grand Itasca Clinic And Hospital, Aspirus St Lukes Hospital, Cook Hospital.
How does Dr. Rother compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Duluth?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Duluth, Dr. Rother ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Rother is among the highest-volume surgeons in Duluth.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rother practices?
Grand Itasca Clinic And Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Aspirus St Lukes Hospital (3 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 Duluth, Minnesota
Dr. Rother's 42 Medicare procedures are above the Duluth average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Duluth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Momont | 64 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joel Zamzow | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Rust | 28 | Shoulder |
| Dr. William Lundberg | 27 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Fogarty | 23 | Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Larson | 17 | Knee |
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