Dr. Zachary Arntson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Otsego, Minnesota. Dr. Arntson has performed 17 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#66 in Minnesota) and 14 knee replacements, for a combined total of 31 procedures.
Dr. Arntson's 31 Medicare procedures are near the Minnesota median of 35. The state has 179 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Arntson's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (17 cases) and knee replacements (14 cases).
Otsego is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Otsego area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Arntson
How does Dr. Arntson's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Arntson has performed 31 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Minnesota average is 47 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Arntson ranks #102 out of 179 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Arntson perform?
Dr. Arntson's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (17 cases) and knee replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Arntson in Otsego?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Otsego 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. Arntson 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. Arntson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Otsego, Minnesota
Compare Dr. Arntson's volume with other surgeons practicing in Otsego.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Edwards | 14 | Hip |
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