Dr. Branislav Behan, M.D.
Contact & Location
573-629-3500
Hannibal, MO 63401
Dr. Behan performs more knee replacement procedures than 23% of orthopedic surgeons in Missouri, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #127 of 166 ranked knee surgeons in Missouri.
About Dr. Behan
Practice. Dr. Branislav Behan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hannibal, Missouri. The latest annual CMS data records 20 knee replacements and 11 hip replacements, 31 procedures in all. That is #127 in Missouri for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 61 in 2019 and stands at 31 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 20 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Hannibal has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Behan also holds hospital privileges in MO and MI, a practice that extends beyond Missouri.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 | 24 |
| 2014 | 14 | 17 |
| 2015 | 0 | 16 |
| 2016 | 13 | 18 |
| 2017 | 11 | 42 |
| 2018 | 14 | 28 |
| 2019 | 23 | 38 |
| 2020 | 13 | 33 |
| 2021 | 0 | 24 |
| 2022 | 11 | 19 |
| 2023 | 14 | 11 |
| 2024 | 11 | 20 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Behan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Behan's recorded volume peaked at 61 procedures in 2019 and stood at 31 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Behan
How does Dr. Behan's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Behan has performed 31 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Missouri average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Behan ranks #129 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Behan perform?
Dr. Behan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Behan in Hannibal?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Hannibal 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 Missouri surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Behan represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Behan's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 130 procedures against the 31 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Behan's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Behan's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 61 procedures in 2019 and was 31 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Behan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Behan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Behan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Behan is affiliated with Hannibal Regional Hospital, Harbor Beach Community Hospital, Mclaren Thumb Region. Dr. Behan maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Behan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hannibal?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Hannibal, Dr. Behan ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Behan is among the highest-volume surgeons in Hannibal.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Behan practices?
Hannibal Regional Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Harbor Beach Community Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mclaren Thumb Region (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 Hannibal, Missouri
Dr. Behan's 31 Medicare procedures are below the Hannibal average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hannibal.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Curtis Burton | 165 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Richard Baumann | 31 | Knee |
| Dr. Kory Blank | 17 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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