Shoulder
Dr. Randall Otto, M.D.
Dr. Randall Otto is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fenton, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Otto has performed 45 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #10 in Missouri.
In Missouri, Dr. Otto performs above average in shoulder (45 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Otto's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 45 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.
Dr. Otto is the only orthopedic surgeon in Fenton represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Otto extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 34 to 45 in the most recent data, a 32% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Otto's 45 verified procedures is above the national average of 28.
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. Otto Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Fenton, MO 63026
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Otto's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 32% from 34 procedures in 2013 to 45 in the most recent data.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Otto
How does Dr. Otto's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Otto has performed 45 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Missouri average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Otto ranks #88 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Otto perform?
Dr. Otto's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 45 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Otto with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Otto ranks #10 in Missouri for shoulder replacement with 45 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 199 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Otto's practice located?
Dr. Otto practices in Fenton, Missouri. The office is located at 1011 Bowles Ave Ste 400, Fenton, MO 63026. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Otto for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Otto 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. Otto's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 45 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Otto's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Otto's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 34 procedures in 2013 to 45 in the most recent data, a 32% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 73 procedures in 2019.
Which hospitals is Dr. Otto affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Otto is affiliated with Ssm Health St Clare Hospital - Fenton, Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital - St Louis, Mercy Hospital St Louis.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Otto practices?
Ssm Health St Clare Hospital - Fenton (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital - St Louis (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Hospital St Louis (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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.
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