Dr. Keith Odegard, MD
Contact & Location
St. Louis, MO 63141
Dr. Keith Odegard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in St. Louis, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Odegard has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #93 in Missouri.
In Missouri, Dr. Odegard performs below average in knee (26 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Odegard's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 26 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.
St. Louis is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the St. Louis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Odegard's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2018 before settling at 26 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Odegard's 26 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. Odegard Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Odegard's recorded volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2018 and stood at 26 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Odegard
How does Dr. Odegard's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Odegard has performed 26 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. Odegard ranks #139 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Odegard perform?
Dr. Odegard's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 26 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Odegard in St. Louis?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in St. Louis 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. Odegard 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. Odegard's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Odegard's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Odegard's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2018 and was 26 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in St. Louis, Missouri
Dr. Odegard's 26 Medicare procedures are above the St. Louis average of 20. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in St. Louis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Husam Nawas | 13 | Hip |
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