Dr. Jon Uggen, D.O.
Contact & Location
402-390-4111
Elkhorn, NE 68022
Dr. Uggen performs more hip replacement procedures than 60% of orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #16 of 40 ranked hip surgeons in Nebraska.
About Dr. Uggen
Dr. Jon Uggen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elkhorn, Nebraska. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Uggen performed 43 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#16 in Nebraska) and 36 knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 79 procedures.
In Nebraska, Dr. Uggen performs near the state average in hip (43 vs 43), below the state average in knee (36 vs 55).
Dr. Uggen's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (43 cases) and knee replacements (36 cases).
Elkhorn is home to 12 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. Uggen extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 60 to 79 in the most recent data, a 32% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Uggen's 43 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 21 | 39 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 20 |
| 2016 | 19 | 17 |
| 2017 | 19 | 11 |
| 2018 | 26 | 19 |
| 2019 | 38 | 28 |
| 2020 | 23 | 26 |
| 2021 | 36 | 34 |
| 2022 | 56 | 30 |
| 2023 | 54 | 49 |
| 2024 | 43 | 36 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Uggen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Uggen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 32% from 60 procedures in 2013 to 79 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Uggen
How does Dr. Uggen's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Uggen has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nebraska average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Uggen ranks #32 out of 72 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Uggen perform?
Dr. Uggen's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (43 cases) and knee replacement (36 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Uggen with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Uggen ranks #16 in Nebraska for hip replacement with 43 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 72 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Uggen 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. Uggen 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Uggen's total volume across all insurers at roughly 260 to 330 procedures against the 79 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. Uggen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Uggen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 60 procedures in 2013 to 79 in the most recent data, a 32% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 103 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Uggen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Uggen's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (43 cases), knee replacement (36 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Uggen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Elkhorn?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Elkhorn, Dr. Uggen ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Uggen is among the highest-volume surgeons in Elkhorn.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Elkhorn, Nebraska
Dr. Uggen's 79 Medicare procedures are below 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. Charles Rosipal | 92 | Shoulder |
| 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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