Dr. Jordan Ochs, M.D.
Contact & Location
402-844-8013
Norfolk, NE 68701
Dr. Ochs performs more knee replacement procedures than 26% of orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #44 of 60 ranked knee surgeons in Nebraska.
About Dr. Ochs
Practice. Dr. Jordan Ochs is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Norfolk, Nebraska. The latest annual CMS data records 30 knee replacements and 11 hip replacements, 41 procedures in all. That is #44 in Nebraska for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2015.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume has held between 36 and 41 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 30 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Norfolk has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 14 | 22 |
| 2023 | 12 | 29 |
| 2024 | 11 | 30 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Ochs Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ochs's procedure volume has been consistent across 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 36 to 41 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Ochs
How does Dr. Ochs's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Ochs has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Nebraska average is 81 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Ochs ranks #51 out of 72 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ochs perform?
Dr. Ochs's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ochs in Norfolk?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Norfolk 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. Ochs 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Ochs's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 170 procedures against the 41 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. Ochs's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Ochs's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 36 to 41 procedures per year between 2022 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Ochs perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ochs's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ochs affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ochs is affiliated with Boone County Health Center, Antelope Memorial Hospital, Faith Health, Valley County Health System, Columbus Community Hospital, Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ochs practices?
Boone County Health Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Antelope Memorial Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Faith Health (4 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 Norfolk, Nebraska
Dr. Ochs's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Norfolk average of 115. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Norfolk.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Lammli | 188 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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