Knee
Dr. Kellen Huston, M.D.
Dr. Kellen Huston is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Omaha, Nebraska. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Huston has performed 13 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #61 in Nebraska.
In Nebraska, Dr. Huston performs below average in knee (13 vs 53 avg).
Dr. Huston's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 13 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Huston holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Omaha is home to 25 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Omaha area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Huston first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Huston's 13 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. Huston Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Contact & Location
Omaha, NE 68130
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Huston
How does Dr. Huston's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Huston has performed 13 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. Huston ranks #71 out of 73 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Huston perform?
Dr. Huston's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Huston in Omaha?
Yes. There are 25 orthopedic surgeons in Omaha 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. Huston 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. Huston's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Huston affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Huston is affiliated with Chi Health Lakeside, Chi Health Creighton University Medical Center - B, Chi Health Immanuel.
How does Dr. Huston compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Omaha?
Among the 25 orthopedic surgeons in Omaha, Dr. Huston ranks #24 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Omaha has 204 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Huston practices?
Chi Health Lakeside (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Chi Health Creighton University Medical Center - B (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Chi Health Immanuel (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 Omaha, Nebraska
Dr. Huston's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Omaha average of 126. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Omaha.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sayfe Jassim | 204 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Goebel | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Urban | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Bredthauer | 133 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Beau Kildow | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Clayton Thor | 120 | Hip, Knee |
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