Dr. Coridon Huez, M.D.
Contact & Location
701-323-8920
Bismarck, ND 58501
Dr. Huez performs more knee replacement procedures than 20% of orthopedic surgeons in North Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #19 of 24 ranked knee surgeons in North Dakota.
About Dr. Huez
Practice. Dr. Coridon Huez is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bismarck, North Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 61 hip replacements and 28 knee replacements, 89 procedures in all. That is #4 in North Dakota for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 14 procedures a year to 89, up 536%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 61 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Bismarck has 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 14 | 0 |
| 2018 | 31 | 0 |
| 2019 | 48 | 12 |
| 2020 | 50 | 18 |
| 2021 | 66 | 30 |
| 2022 | 62 | 23 |
| 2023 | 66 | 23 |
| 2024 | 61 | 28 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Huez Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Huez's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 536% from 14 procedures in 2017 to 89 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Huez
How does Dr. Huez's procedure volume compare to other North Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Huez has performed 89 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Dakota average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Huez ranks #14 out of 28 orthopedic surgeons in North Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Huez perform?
Dr. Huez's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (61 cases) and knee replacement (28 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Huez with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Huez ranks #4 in North Dakota for hip replacement with 61 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 28 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Huez in Bismarck?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Bismarck 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 North Dakota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Huez 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Huez's total volume across all insurers at roughly 280 to 370 procedures against the 89 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. Huez's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Huez's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2017 to 89 in the most recent data, a 536% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 96 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Huez perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Huez's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (61 cases), knee replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Huez affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Huez is affiliated with Sanford Medical Center Bismarck, Linton Hospital - Cah, Trinity Hospitals, Sakakawea Medical Center - Cah, Smp Health St Aloisius.
How does Dr. Huez compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bismarck?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Bismarck, Dr. Huez ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bismarck has 150 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Huez practices?
Sanford Medical Center Bismarck (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Trinity Hospitals (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bismarck, North Dakota
Dr. Huez's 89 Medicare procedures are below the Bismarck average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bismarck.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Dahl | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Derrick Cote | 141 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Bopp | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Carlson | 97 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Carpenter | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Troy Pierce | 46 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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