Dr. Douglas Tewes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lincoln, Nebraska. In 2023, Dr. Tewes performed 88 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #10 in Nebraska. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Nebraska.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Knee Replacement
88 verified cases
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Questions to Ask Dr. Tewes
This surgeon has high Medicare volume (88 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.
Recommended Script:
"Dr. Tewes, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"
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ð Phone: 402-436-2000
6900 A St
Lincoln, NE 68510
Lincoln, NE 68510
NPI: 1891760591
Credentials: MD
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Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
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20 years of practice experience
ð Licensed MD
ðĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.