Dr. Brent Hood, D.O.
Dr. Brent Hood is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hastings, Nebraska. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Hood has completed 49 knee replacements (#30 in Nebraska), 24 shoulder replacements, and 21 hip replacements, totaling 94 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Nebraska, Dr. Hood performs near average in knee (49 vs 53 avg), below average in shoulder (24 vs 35 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Hood performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (49 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (24) and hip replacements (21).
Hastings is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Hastings area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hood extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 94 in the most recent data, a 395% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hood's 49 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Hood Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Contact & Location
Hastings, NE 68901
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hood's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 395% from 19 procedures in 2017 to 94 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hood
How does Dr. Hood's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Hood has performed 94 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nebraska average of 79 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hood ranks #24 out of 73 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hood perform?
Dr. Hood performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (49 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hood in Hastings?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Hastings 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. Hood represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Hood's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 94 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hood's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hood's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2017 to 94 in the most recent data, a 395% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 113 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Hood perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hood's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Hood among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hood affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hood is affiliated with Mary Lanning Healthcare.
How does Dr. Hood compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hastings?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Hastings, Dr. Hood ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hood has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hood practices?
Mary Lanning Healthcare (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Hastings, Nebraska
Dr. Hood's 94 Medicare procedures are above the Hastings average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hastings.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Barry Bohlen | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Travis Stoner | 27 | Knee |
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