Dr. Stephen Brown, MD
Contact & Location
Omaha, NE 68130
Dr. Stephen Brown is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Omaha, Nebraska. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Brown has performed 50 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #28 in Nebraska.
In Nebraska, Dr. Brown performs near average in knee (50 vs 53 avg).
Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 50 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.
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.
Medicare records for Dr. Brown extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 37 to 50 in the most recent data, a 35% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Brown's 50 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Brown Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 35% from 37 procedures in 2013 to 50 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brown
How does Dr. Brown's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Brown has performed 50 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. Brown ranks #46 out of 73 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brown perform?
Dr. Brown's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 50 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brown 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. Brown 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. Brown's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 50 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brown's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 37 procedures in 2013 to 50 in the most recent data, a 35% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 72 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brown affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Chi Health Lakeside, Midwest Surgical Hospital Llc.
How does Dr. Brown compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Omaha?
Among the 25 orthopedic surgeons in Omaha, Dr. Brown ranks #18 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. Brown practices?
Chi Health Lakeside (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Midwest Surgical Hospital Llc (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 Omaha, Nebraska
Dr. Brown's 50 Medicare procedures are below the Omaha average of 132. 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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