Dr. Shawn Brandenburg, D.O.
Dr. Shawn Brandenburg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbus, Nebraska. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Brandenburg has performed 48 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#31 in Nebraska) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 66 procedures.
In Nebraska, Dr. Brandenburg performs near average in knee (48 vs 53 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Brandenburg's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (48 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Dr. Brandenburg is the only orthopedic surgeon in Columbus represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Brandenburg also maintains hospital privileges in IA and IL, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Nebraska.
Medicare records for Dr. Brandenburg extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 66 in the most recent data, a 288% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Brandenburg's 48 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Brandenburg Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Contact & Location
Columbus, NE 68601
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brandenburg's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 288% from 17 procedures in 2019 to 66 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. Brandenburg
How does Dr. Brandenburg's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Brandenburg has performed 66 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nebraska average of 79 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brandenburg ranks #36 out of 73 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brandenburg perform?
Dr. Brandenburg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Where is Dr. Brandenburg's practice located?
Dr. Brandenburg practices in Columbus, Nebraska. The office is located at 4508 38th Street, Suite 133, Columbus, NE 68601. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Brandenburg for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Brandenburg 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. Brandenburg's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 66 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brandenburg's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brandenburg's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2019 to 66 in the most recent data, a 288% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 96 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Brandenburg perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brandenburg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brandenburg affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brandenburg is affiliated with Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center, Mercyone Dyersville Medical Center, Midwest Medical Center. Dr. Brandenburg maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brandenburg practices?
Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Midwest Medical Center (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.
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