Dr. Bryan Duell, D.O.
Contact & Location
580-252-3400
Duncan, OK 73533
About Dr. Duell
Dr. Bryan Duell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Duncan, Oklahoma. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Duell completed 58 knee replacements (#24 in Oklahoma), 14 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 83 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Duell performs above the state average in knee (58 vs 47), below the state average in hip (14 vs 38), below the state average in shoulder (11 vs 25).
Dr. Duell performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (58 cases), followed by hip replacements (14) and shoulder replacements (11).
Duncan is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Duncan area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Duell first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Duell's 58 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 52 procedures in 2023 and 83 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Duell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Duell has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Duell
How does Dr. Duell's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Duell has performed 83 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oklahoma average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Duell ranks #31 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Duell perform?
Dr. Duell performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (58 cases), hip replacement (14 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Duell in Duncan?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Duncan 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Duell 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. Duell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 83 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Duell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Duell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases), hip replacement (14 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Duell among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Duell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Duell is affiliated with Duncan Regional Hospital, Inc, Jefferson County Hospital.
How does Dr. Duell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Duncan?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Duncan, Dr. Duell ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Duell has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Duell practices?
Duncan Regional Hospital, Inc (4 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 Duncan, Oklahoma
Dr. Duell's 83 Medicare procedures are above the Duncan average of 49. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Duncan.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Danny Giles | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Wright | 18 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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