Dr. Nickolas Van Roekel, MD
Contact & Location
Lincoln, NE 68510
Dr. Nickolas Van Roekel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dr. Van Roekel has performed 21 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#31 in Nebraska) and 12 knee replacements, for a combined total of 33 procedures.
In Nebraska, Dr. Van Roekel performs below average in hip (21 vs 43 avg), below average in knee (12 vs 55 avg).
Dr. Van Roekel's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (21 cases) and knee replacements (12 cases).
Lincoln is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lincoln area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Van Roekel first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Van Roekel's 21 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Van Roekel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
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. Van Roekel
How does Dr. Van Roekel's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Van Roekel has performed 33 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. Van Roekel ranks #56 out of 72 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Van Roekel perform?
Dr. Van Roekel's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (21 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Van Roekel in Lincoln?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lincoln 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. Van Roekel 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. Van Roekel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Van Roekel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Van Roekel's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (21 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Van Roekel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Van Roekel is affiliated with Lincoln Surgical Hospital, Johnson County Hospital, Chi Health St Elizabeth, Bryan Medical Center.
How does Dr. Van Roekel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lincoln?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lincoln, Dr. Van Roekel ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lincoln has 283 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Van Roekel practices?
Lincoln Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Johnson County Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Chi Health St Elizabeth (3 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 Lincoln, Nebraska
Dr. Van Roekel's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Lincoln average of 153. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lincoln.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Gallentine | 283 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sukchan Lee | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Koch | 174 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Clare | 148 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Woodhead | 131 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brad Webb | 111 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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