Dr. Evan Correll, MD
Contact & Location
North Platte, NE 69101
Dr. Evan Correll is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Platte, Nebraska. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Correll has performed 57 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#23 in Nebraska) and 44 hip replacements, for a combined total of 101 procedures.
In Nebraska, Dr. Correll performs near average in knee (57 vs 55 avg), near average in hip (44 vs 43 avg).
Dr. Correll's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (57 cases) and hip replacements (44 cases).
North Platte is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the North Platte area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Correll also maintains hospital privileges in NE and CO, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Nebraska.
Medicare records for Dr. Correll extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 22 to 101 in the most recent data, a 359% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Correll's 57 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Correll Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Correll's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 359% from 22 procedures in 2019 to 101 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. Correll
How does Dr. Correll's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Correll has performed 101 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nebraska average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Correll ranks #18 out of 72 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Correll perform?
Dr. Correll's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and hip replacement (44 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Correll in North Platte?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in North Platte 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. Correll 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. Correll's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 101 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Correll's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Correll's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2019 to 101 in the most recent data, a 359% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 110 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Correll perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Correll's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (44 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Correll affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Correll is affiliated with Great Plains Health, Community Hospital, Sedgwick County Memorial Hospital, Perkins County Health Services, Gothenburg Health. Dr. Correll maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Correll compare to other orthopedic surgeons in North Platte?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in North Platte, Dr. Correll ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Correll has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Correll practices?
Great Plains Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Community Hospital (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 North Platte, Nebraska
Dr. Correll's 101 Medicare procedures are above the North Platte average of 69. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in North Platte.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Hannah | 69 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nathan Jacobson | 36 | Knee |
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