Dr. Kevin Dahl, M.D.
Contact & Location
701-280-4140
Fargo, ND 58103
Dr. Dahl performs more knee replacement procedures than 58% of orthopedic surgeons in North Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #10 of 24 ranked knee surgeons in North Dakota.
About Dr. Dahl
Practice. Dr. Kevin Dahl is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fargo, North Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 66 knee replacements, 29 hip replacements, and 14 shoulder replacements, 109 procedures in all. That is #10 in North Dakota for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 15 procedures a year to 109, up 627%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 66 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Fargo has 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Dahl also holds hospital privileges in ND and MN, a practice that extends beyond North Dakota.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| 2014 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 13 | 22 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 21 | 0 |
| 2017 | 19 | 26 | 0 |
| 2018 | 14 | 39 | 0 |
| 2019 | 28 | 44 | 0 |
| 2020 | 18 | 36 | 0 |
| 2021 | 29 | 45 | 0 |
| 2022 | 16 | 42 | 13 |
| 2023 | 21 | 46 | 13 |
| 2024 | 29 | 66 | 14 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Dahl Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dahl's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 627% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 109 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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dahl
How does Dr. Dahl's procedure volume compare to other North Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Dahl has performed 109 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Dakota average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dahl ranks #8 out of 28 orthopedic surgeons in North Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dahl perform?
Dr. Dahl performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (29 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Dahl with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Dahl ranks #10 in North Dakota for knee replacement with 66 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 28 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dahl in Fargo?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Fargo 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. Dahl 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Dahl's total volume across all insurers at roughly 360 to 450 procedures against the 109 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. Dahl's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dahl's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 109 in the most recent data, a 627% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 109 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Dahl perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dahl's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (29 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Dahl among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dahl affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dahl is affiliated with Sanford, Sanford Medical Center Hillsboro, Perham Health, Essentia Health Fargo, Chi Oakes Hospital. Dr. Dahl maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Dahl compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fargo?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Fargo, Dr. Dahl ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dahl is among the highest-volume surgeons in Fargo.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dahl practices?
Sanford (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fargo, North Dakota
Dr. Dahl's 109 Medicare procedures are above the Fargo average of 103. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fargo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Howard Berglund | 175 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gary Matthys | 158 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nelsen | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas O'neill | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Lantz | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Parth Vyas | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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