Dr. Paul Hoogervorst, MD
Dr. Paul Hoogervorst is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Minneapolis, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2019, Dr. Hoogervorst has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#77 in Minnesota) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Hoogervorst performs below average in knee (24 vs 32 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Hoogervorst's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Minneapolis is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Minneapolis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hoogervorst extend back to 2021, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 22 to 38 in the most recent data, a 73% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hoogervorst's 24 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. Hoogervorst Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Contact & Location
Minneapolis, MN 55454
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hoogervorst's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 73% from 22 procedures in 2021 to 38 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. Hoogervorst
How does Dr. Hoogervorst's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Hoogervorst has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Minnesota average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hoogervorst ranks #83 out of 179 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hoogervorst perform?
Dr. Hoogervorst's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hoogervorst in Minneapolis?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Minneapolis 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. Hoogervorst 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. Hoogervorst's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hoogervorst's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hoogervorst's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2021 to 38 in the most recent data, a 73% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 44 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Hoogervorst perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hoogervorst's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hoogervorst affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hoogervorst is affiliated with M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center, M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital.
How does Dr. Hoogervorst compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Minneapolis?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Minneapolis, Dr. Hoogervorst ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Minneapolis has 77 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hoogervorst practices?
M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital (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 Minneapolis, Minnesota
Dr. Hoogervorst's 38 Medicare procedures are below the Minneapolis average of 44. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Minneapolis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Patrick Horst | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Morgan | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Nemanich | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Baer | 35 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alicia Harrison | 28 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Joel Boyd | 23 | Knee |
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