Dr. Steven Lantz, M.D.
Contact & Location
701-280-4140
Fargo, ND 58103
Dr. Lantz performs more knee replacement procedures than 37% of orthopedic surgeons in North Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #15 of 24 ranked knee surgeons in North Dakota.
About Dr. Lantz
Practice. Dr. Steven Lantz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fargo, North Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 52 knee replacements and 22 hip replacements, 74 procedures in all. That is #15 in North Dakota for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 53 procedures a year to 74, up 40%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 52 procedures is near 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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 19 | 34 |
| 2014 | 16 | 28 |
| 2015 | 24 | 44 |
| 2016 | 0 | 40 |
| 2017 | 0 | 20 |
| 2018 | 16 | 22 |
| 2019 | 18 | 44 |
| 2020 | 20 | 31 |
| 2021 | 19 | 38 |
| 2022 | 17 | 34 |
| 2023 | 26 | 54 |
| 2024 | 22 | 52 |
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. 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. Lantz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lantz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 40% from 53 procedures in 2013 to 74 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. Lantz
How does Dr. Lantz's procedure volume compare to other North Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Lantz has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Dakota average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lantz ranks #15 out of 28 orthopedic surgeons in North Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lantz perform?
Dr. Lantz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Lantz with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Lantz ranks #15 in North Dakota for knee replacement with 52 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 28 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lantz 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. Lantz 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, which puts Dr. Lantz's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 310 procedures against the 74 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. Lantz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lantz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 53 procedures in 2013 to 74 in the most recent data, a 40% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 80 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Lantz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lantz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lantz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lantz is affiliated with Sanford, Sanford Medical Center Mayville, Sanford Medical Center Hillsboro, Essentia Health Fargo, Chi Mercy Health.
How does Dr. Lantz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fargo?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Fargo, Dr. Lantz ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fargo has 175 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lantz 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. Lantz's 74 Medicare procedures are below 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. Kevin Dahl | 109 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Nelsen | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas O'neill | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Parth Vyas | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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