Dr. Micah Nieboer, M.D.
Contact & Location
507-284-2511
Rochester, MN 55905
Temple Terrace, FL 33617
Dr. Nieboer performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 66% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 42 ranked shoulder surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Nieboer
Practice. Dr. Micah Nieboer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rochester, Minnesota. The latest annual CMS data records 24 shoulder replacements. That is #14 in Minnesota for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2019.
Trend. Dr. Nieboer first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Rochester has 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Nieboer also holds hospital privileges in MN and FL, a practice that extends beyond Minnesota.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 24 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Nieboer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nieboer
How does Dr. Nieboer's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Nieboer has performed 24 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. Nieboer ranks #121 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nieboer perform?
Dr. Nieboer's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 24 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Nieboer with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Nieboer ranks #14 in Minnesota for shoulder replacement with 24 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 187 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nieboer in Rochester?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester 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. Nieboer 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Nieboer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 24 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nieboer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nieboer is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Adventhealth Carrollwood. Dr. Nieboer maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Nieboer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rochester?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester, Dr. Nieboer ranks #20 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Rochester has 169 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nieboer practices?
Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Carrollwood (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 Rochester, Minnesota
Dr. Nieboer's 24 Medicare procedures are below the Rochester average of 119. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rochester.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Trousdale | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Ryan | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Taunton | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Perry | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Sperling | 117 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Tetreault | 116 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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