Dr. John Hannah, MD
Dr. John Hannah is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Platte, Nebraska. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Hannah has completed 29 knee replacements (#41 in Nebraska), 21 shoulder replacements, and 13 hip replacements, totaling 63 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Nebraska, Dr. Hannah performs below average in knee (29 vs 53 avg), below average in shoulder (21 vs 35 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Hannah performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (29 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (21) and hip replacements (13).
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.
Medicare records for Dr. Hannah extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 52 to 63 in the most recent data, a 21% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hannah's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Hannah Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Contact & Location
North Platte, NE 69101
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hannah's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 21% from 52 procedures in 2013 to 63 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. Hannah
How does Dr. Hannah's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Hannah has performed 63 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Nebraska average is 79 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Hannah ranks #37 out of 73 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hannah perform?
Dr. Hannah performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (29 cases), shoulder replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hannah 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. Hannah 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. Hannah's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 63 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hannah's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hannah's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 52 procedures in 2013 to 63 in the most recent data, a 21% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 76 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Hannah perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hannah's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), shoulder replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Hannah among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hannah affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hannah is affiliated with Great Plains Health, Chase County Community Hospital, Gothenburg Health, Perkins County Health Services.
How does Dr. Hannah compare to other orthopedic surgeons in North Platte?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in North Platte, Dr. Hannah ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hannah is among the highest-volume surgeons in North Platte.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hannah practices?
Great Plains Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Chase County Community Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Gothenburg Health (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. Hannah's 63 Medicare procedures are below the North Platte average of 67. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in North Platte.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Evan Correll | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nathan Jacobson | 27 | Knee |
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