Dr. Duncan Ackerman, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Duncan Ackerman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bismarck, North Dakota. In 2023, Dr. Ackerman performed 38 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #4 in North Dakota. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement
38 verified cases
#4 in North Dakota

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Ackerman

Medicare volume represents only a portion of a surgeon's practice.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Ackerman, I see your Medicare volume is lower—what percentage of your practice is private insurance or sports medicine? Approximately how many total joint replacements do you perform annually?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 701-530-8800
310 N 9th St
Bismarck, ND 58501
NPI: 1508842154
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 21 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

Other Top North Dakota Orthopedic Surgeons

Dr. Gary Matthys - Fargo 169 procedures
Dr. Brian Dahl - Bismarck 166 procedures
Dr. Howard Berglund - Fargo 166 procedures
Dr. Derrick Cote - Bismarck 137 procedures

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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