Dr. Charles Rosipal, M.D.
Contact & Location
402-390-4111
Elkhorn, NE 68022
Dr. Rosipal performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 91% of orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #2 of 24 ranked shoulder surgeons in Nebraska.
About Dr. Rosipal
Practice. Dr. Charles Rosipal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elkhorn, Nebraska. The latest annual CMS data records 92 shoulder replacements. That is #2 in Nebraska for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 17 procedures a year to 92, up 441%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 92 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 29. That is #53 nationally.
Local context. Elkhorn has 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Rosipal also holds hospital privileges in NE and IA, a practice that extends beyond Nebraska.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 41 |
| 2017 | 60 |
| 2018 | 59 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 55 |
| 2021 | 74 |
| 2022 | 71 |
| 2023 | 95 |
| 2024 | 92 |
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 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. Rosipal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rosipal's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 441% from 17 procedures in 2013 to 92 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 92 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nebraska average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Rosipal ranks #21 out of 72 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 92 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 92 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 72 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rosipal in Elkhorn?
Yes. There are 12 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 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Rosipal's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 320 procedures against the 92 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. Rosipal's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rosipal's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2013 to 92 in the most recent data, a 441% increase over 12 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, Cass County Memorial Hospital. Dr. Rosipal maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Rosipal compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Elkhorn?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Elkhorn, Dr. Rosipal ranks #2 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 92 Medicare procedures are above the Elkhorn average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Elkhorn.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ajoy Jana | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jon Uggen | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Darren Keiser | 70 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. George Emodi | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Sekundiak | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Brown | 39 | Knee |
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