Dr. Micah Nieboer, MD
Contact & Location
Rochester, MN 55905
Dr. Micah Nieboer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Nieboer has performed 24 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #14 in Minnesota.
In Minnesota, Dr. Nieboer performs near average in shoulder (24 vs 24 avg).
Dr. Nieboer's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 24 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Rochester is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Rochester area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Nieboer first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Nieboer's 24 verified procedures is near the national average of 29.
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. Nieboer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
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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 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. Nieboer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 24 procedures shown here.
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.
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 |
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