Dr. Scott Allen, MD
Contact & Location
Mankato, MN 56001
Dr. Scott Allen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mankato, Minnesota. Dr. Allen has performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #140 in Minnesota.
In Minnesota, Dr. Allen performs below average in knee (11 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Allen's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 11 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.
Mankato is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mankato area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Allen first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Allen's 11 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Allen 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Allen
How does Dr. Allen's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Allen has performed 11 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. Allen ranks #184 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Allen perform?
Dr. Allen's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Allen in Mankato?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Mankato 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. Allen 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. Allen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Allen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Allen is affiliated with Centracare - Redwood, River'S Edge Hospital & Clinic.
How does Dr. Allen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mankato?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Mankato, Dr. Allen ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Mankato has 133 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Allen practices?
Centracare - Redwood (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); River'S Edge Hospital & Clinic (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 Mankato, Minnesota
Dr. Allen's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Mankato average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mankato.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kyle Swanson | 133 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jesse Botker | 75 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jacob Ziegler | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Busse | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Springer | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Freed | 29 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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