Dr. Samuel Carlson, MD
Contact & Location
Edina, MN 55435
Dr. Samuel Carlson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edina, Minnesota. Dr. Carlson has performed 16 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#76 in Minnesota) and 13 knee replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Carlson performs below average in hip (16 vs 26 avg), below average in knee (13 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Carlson's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (16 cases) and knee replacements (13 cases).
Edina is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Edina area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Carlson first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Carlson's 16 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Carlson 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 Hip Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Carlson
How does Dr. Carlson's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Carlson has performed 29 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. Carlson ranks #105 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carlson perform?
Dr. Carlson's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases) and knee replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carlson in Edina?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina 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. Carlson 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. Carlson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 29 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Carlson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carlson's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases), knee replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carlson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carlson is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Ridgeview Medical Center, M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital.
How does Dr. Carlson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edina?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina, Dr. Carlson ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Edina has 145 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carlson practices?
M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ridgeview Medical Center (5 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 Edina, Minnesota
Dr. Carlson's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Edina average of 76. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Edina.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Heller | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Anseth | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bishoy Gad | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Tuttle | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Allan Hunt | 61 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Loren Vorlicky | 38 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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