Dr. Timothy Bopp, M.D.
Contact & Location
701-530-8800
Bismarck, ND 58501
Dr. Bopp performs more knee replacement procedures than 66% of orthopedic surgeons in North Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #8 of 24 ranked knee surgeons in North Dakota.
About Dr. Bopp
Practice. Dr. Timothy Bopp is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bismarck, North Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 68 knee replacements and 61 hip replacements, 129 procedures in all. That is #8 in North Dakota for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 187 in 2019 and stands at 129 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 68 procedures is above the national average of 45.
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 | 70 | 96 |
| 2014 | 85 | 95 |
| 2015 | 71 | 85 |
| 2016 | 72 | 71 |
| 2017 | 83 | 77 |
| 2018 | 86 | 87 |
| 2019 | 69 | 118 |
| 2020 | 69 | 57 |
| 2021 | 77 | 75 |
| 2022 | 57 | 49 |
| 2023 | 53 | 72 |
| 2024 | 61 | 68 |
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. Bopp Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bopp's recorded volume peaked at 187 procedures in 2019 and stood at 129 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bopp
How does Dr. Bopp's procedure volume compare to other North Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Bopp has performed 129 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the North Dakota average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bopp ranks #6 out of 28 orthopedic surgeons in North Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bopp perform?
Dr. Bopp's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases) and hip replacement (61 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bopp with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bopp ranks #8 in North Dakota for knee replacement with 68 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 28 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bopp 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. Bopp 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. Bopp's total volume across all insurers at roughly 430 to 540 procedures against the 129 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. Bopp's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bopp's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 187 procedures in 2019 and was 129 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Bopp perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bopp's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases), hip replacement (61 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bopp affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bopp is affiliated with Chi St Alexius Health, Heart Of America Medical Center, Linton Hospital - Cah, Trinity Hospitals, Tioga Medical Center.
How does Dr. Bopp compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bismarck?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Bismarck, Dr. Bopp ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bopp is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bismarck.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bopp practices?
Chi St Alexius Health (2 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 Bismarck, North Dakota
Dr. Bopp's 129 Medicare procedures are above 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. Joseph Carlson | 97 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Carpenter | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Coridon Huez | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Troy Pierce | 46 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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