Dr. Aaron Bott, M.D.
Contact & Location
402-488-3322
Lincoln, NE 68510
Dr. Bott performs more knee replacement procedures than 45% of orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #33 of 60 ranked knee surgeons in Nebraska.
About Dr. Bott
Practice. Dr. Aaron Bott is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lincoln, Nebraska. The latest annual CMS data records 41 knee replacements and 17 shoulder replacements, 58 procedures in all. That is #33 in Nebraska for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 30 procedures a year to 58, up 93%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 41 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Lincoln has 19 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 17 | 13 |
| 2014 | 0 | 23 | 16 |
| 2015 | 0 | 14 | 26 |
| 2016 | 0 | 22 | 16 |
| 2017 | 0 | 18 | 17 |
| 2018 | 0 | 22 | 11 |
| 2019 | 11 | 23 | 22 |
| 2020 | 0 | 19 | 19 |
| 2021 | 0 | 21 | 20 |
| 2022 | 12 | 31 | 20 |
| 2023 | 13 | 20 | 24 |
| 2024 | 0 | 41 | 17 |
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, 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. Bott Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bott's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 93% from 30 procedures in 2013 to 58 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bott
How does Dr. Bott's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Bott has performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Nebraska average is 81 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Bott ranks #38 out of 72 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bott perform?
Dr. Bott's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases) and shoulder replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bott in Lincoln?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lincoln 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 Nebraska surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bott 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Bott's total volume across all insurers at roughly 190 to 240 procedures against the 58 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. Bott's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bott's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 30 procedures in 2013 to 58 in the most recent data, a 93% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 63 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Bott perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bott's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bott affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bott is affiliated with Chi Health St Mary'S, Lincoln Surgical Hospital, Chi Health St Elizabeth, Bryan Medical Center, Nemaha County Hospital.
How does Dr. Bott compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lincoln?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lincoln, Dr. Bott ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lincoln has 283 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bott practices?
Lincoln Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Chi Health St Elizabeth (3 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 Lincoln, Nebraska
Dr. Bott's 58 Medicare procedures are below the Lincoln average of 157. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lincoln.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Gallentine | 283 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sukchan Lee | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Koch | 174 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Clare | 148 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Woodhead | 131 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brad Webb | 111 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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