Shoulder
Dr. Charles Rosipal, MD
Dr. Charles Rosipal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elkhorn, Nebraska. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Rosipal has performed 95 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #2 in Nebraska.
In Nebraska, Dr. Rosipal performs well above average in shoulder (95 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Rosipal's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 95 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Elkhorn is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Elkhorn area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Rosipal extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 95 in the most recent data, a 459% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Rosipal's 95 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 28, ranking #44 nationally.
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. Rosipal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Contact & Location
Elkhorn, NE 68022
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rosipal's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 459% from 17 procedures in 2013 to 95 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. Rosipal
How does Dr. Rosipal's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Rosipal has performed 95 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nebraska average of 79 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Rosipal ranks #22 out of 73 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rosipal perform?
Dr. Rosipal's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 95 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Rosipal with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Rosipal ranks #2 in Nebraska for shoulder replacement with 95 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 73 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rosipal in Elkhorn?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Elkhorn 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. Rosipal 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. Rosipal's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 95 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Rosipal's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rosipal's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2013 to 95 in the most recent data, a 459% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 95 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rosipal affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rosipal is affiliated with Midwest Surgical Hospital Llc, Methodist Hospital, Methodist Fremont Health, Orthonebraska Hospital, Chi Health Lakeside.
How does Dr. Rosipal compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Elkhorn?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Elkhorn, Dr. Rosipal ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Rosipal is among the highest-volume surgeons in Elkhorn.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rosipal practices?
Midwest Surgical Hospital Llc (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Methodist Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Methodist Fremont Health (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 Elkhorn, Nebraska
Dr. Rosipal's 95 Medicare procedures are above the Elkhorn average of 83. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Elkhorn.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ajoy Jana | 216 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jon Uggen | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Darren Keiser | 58 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. George Emodi | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Pitner | 33 | Knee |
| Dr. Hsueh-Yu Cheng | 27 | Knee |
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