Dr. Sean Sterrenberg
Contact & Location
775-786-3040
Reno, NV 89503
Portland, OR 97239
Dr. Sterrenberg performs more knee replacement procedures than 76% of orthopedic surgeons in Nevada, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #12 of 50 ranked knee surgeons in Nevada.
About Dr. Sterrenberg
Practice. Dr. Sean Sterrenberg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reno, Nevada. The latest annual CMS data records 49 knee replacements and 38 hip replacements, 87 procedures in all. That is #12 in Nevada for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 17 procedures a year to 87, up 412%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 49 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Reno has 18 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 | 17 |
| 2022 | 25 | 46 |
| 2023 | 43 | 48 |
| 2024 | 38 | 49 |
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. Sterrenberg Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sterrenberg's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 412% from 17 procedures in 2021 to 87 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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sterrenberg
How does Dr. Sterrenberg's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Sterrenberg has performed 87 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nevada average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sterrenberg ranks #15 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sterrenberg perform?
Dr. Sterrenberg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Sterrenberg with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Sterrenberg ranks #12 in Nevada for knee replacement with 49 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sterrenberg in Reno?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Reno 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 Nevada surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sterrenberg 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. Sterrenberg's total volume across all insurers at roughly 290 to 370 procedures against the 87 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. Sterrenberg's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sterrenberg's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2021 to 87 in the most recent data, a 412% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 91 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Sterrenberg perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sterrenberg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sterrenberg affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sterrenberg is affiliated with Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Los Alamos Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital A Div Of Taos Health Systems. Dr. Sterrenberg maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Sterrenberg compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Reno?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Reno, Dr. Sterrenberg ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Reno has 318 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sterrenberg practices?
Christus St Vincent Regional Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Presbyterian Espanola Hospital (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 Reno, Nevada
Dr. Sterrenberg's 87 Medicare procedures are below the Reno average of 166. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Reno.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chad Watts | 318 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sanjai Shukla | 220 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jackson Jones | 205 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Boyden | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hilary Malcarney | 106 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Shonnard | 94 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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