How many orthopedic surgeons are ranked in South Dakota?

Our South Dakota directory includes 52 orthopedic surgeons who performed a combined 3,634 Medicare joint replacement procedures. These surgeons are ranked by verified Medicare procedure volume across hip, knee, and shoulder replacements, providing transparent data to help patients compare experience levels.

Who is the highest-volume orthopedic surgeon in South Dakota?

Michael J Adler, MD in Sioux Falls is currently the highest-volume orthopedic surgeon in South Dakota with 340 Medicare procedures. High procedure volume is associated with better patient outcomes, fewer complications, and shorter recovery times according to orthopedic research.

Which cities in South Dakota have the most orthopedic surgeons?

The top cities for orthopedic surgery in South Dakota are: Sioux Falls (22 surgeons), Dakota Dunes (9 surgeons), Rapid City (9 surgeons), Aberdeen (4 surgeons), Watertown (3 surgeons). South Dakota has orthopedic surgeons practicing across 8 cities statewide. Urban medical centers tend to have higher surgeon concentrations and access to advanced surgical technology.

What types of joint replacement procedures are performed in South Dakota?

South Dakota orthopedic surgeons performed 2,032 knee replacements, 1,047 hip replacements, and 555 shoulder replacements based on Medicare data. Knee replacement is the most common joint replacement procedure nationwide. Many South Dakota surgeons also offer minimally invasive techniques and robotic-assisted surgery for improved precision and faster recovery.

How do I choose the best orthopedic surgeon in South Dakota?

Key factors to consider when choosing an orthopedic surgeon in South Dakota: (1) Medicare procedure volume — higher volume correlates with better outcomes; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings and accreditation; (5) Patient satisfaction scores; (6) Use of modern techniques like robotic-assisted surgery; (7) Proximity to your home for follow-up appointments.

Does Medicare cover joint replacement surgery in South Dakota?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary joint replacement surgery in South Dakota, including hip, knee, and shoulder replacements. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll typically pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 52 surgeons in our South Dakota rankings accept Medicare.

What is the average cost of joint replacement in South Dakota?

For Medicare beneficiaries in South Dakota, out-of-pocket costs for joint replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Total costs vary by procedure type, hospital vs. outpatient surgery center, and your specific Medicare plan. Hip and knee replacements are increasingly performed as outpatient procedures, which can reduce costs. All ranked South Dakota surgeons accept Medicare assignment.

How is surgeon ranking data verified for South Dakota?

Our South Dakota surgeon rankings are based on CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) public datasets, which track every Medicare-billed procedure by provider NPI number. This data is independently verified by the federal government and represents the most comprehensive publicly available source for surgeon procedure volumes. Rankings are updated annually when new CMS data is published.

Top Orthopedic Surgeons in South Dakota

South Dakota Rankings 52 surgeons • 3,634 procedures Current Medicare Data

Rankings reflect Medicare procedure volume, one factor among many. Volume does not measure quality of care.

Discover South Dakota's leading orthopedic surgeons ranked by verified Medicare procedure volume. Our comprehensive analysis covers 52 specialists across hip, knee, and shoulder replacement procedures.

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Michael J Adler, MD

Sioux Falls, SD

340 verified Medicare cases Hip 116 · Knee 224

Corey P Rothrock, MD

Sioux Falls, SD

209 verified Medicare cases Hip 105 · Knee 104

Travis R Liddell, M.D.

Sioux Falls, SD

157 verified Medicare cases Hip 42 · Knee 95 · Shoulder 20

Timothy L Walker, M.D.

Sioux Falls, SD

153 verified Medicare cases Hip 46 · Knee 107

Daniel R Nelson, MD

Dakota Dunes, SD

147 verified Medicare cases Hip 80 · Knee 67

Jeffrey S Marrs, MD

Rapid City, SD

147 verified Medicare cases Hip 73 · Knee 74

Jeremy S Kudera, MD

Yankton, SD

135 verified Medicare cases Hip 36 · Knee 69 · Shoulder 30

Carl D Bechtold, M.D.

Sioux Falls, SD

122 verified Medicare cases Hip 46 · Knee 76

Samuel L Mortimer, MD

Rapid City, SD

112 verified Medicare cases Hip 29 · Knee 61 · Shoulder 22

Richard M Little, MD

Spearfish, SD

98 verified Medicare cases Hip 23 · Knee 75

Joshua Johnson

Sioux Falls, SD

97 verified Medicare cases Hip 32 · Knee 65

Steven A Giuseffi, M.D.

Rapid City, SD

92 verified Medicare cases Hip 25 · Knee 39 · Shoulder 28

Clark C Duchene, MD

Rapid City, SD

91 verified Medicare cases Hip 25 · Knee 40 · Shoulder 26

Jason L Hurd, M.D.

Sioux Falls, SD

89 verified Medicare cases Shoulder 89

Matthew C Reynen, M.D.

Aberdeen, SD

88 verified Medicare cases Hip 31 · Knee 57

Brian D Johnson, M.D.

Dakota Dunes, SD

85 verified Medicare cases Knee 29 · Shoulder 56

Erik D Peterson, M.D.

Sioux Falls, SD

80 verified Medicare cases Hip 22 · Knee 38 · Shoulder 20

Keith M Baumgarten, MD

Sioux Falls, SD

79 verified Medicare cases Knee 19 · Shoulder 60

Luke Rasmussen, MD

Sioux Falls, SD

73 verified Medicare cases Hip 29 · Knee 44

Mark Heidenreich, M.D.

Sioux Falls, SD

72 verified Medicare cases Hip 39 · Knee 33

Ray B Jensen, D.O.

Spearfish, SD

68 verified Medicare cases Hip 14 · Knee 11 · Shoulder 43

Steven J Meyer, MD

Dakota Dunes, SD

64 verified Medicare cases Hip 21 · Knee 43

Justin T Deans, D.O.

Dakota Dunes, SD

62 verified Medicare cases Hip 34 · Knee 28

Matthew J Mckenzie, MD

Sioux Falls, SD

62 verified Medicare cases Hip 22 · Knee 40

Ryan Todhunter, M.D.

Sioux Falls, SD

59 verified Medicare cases Hip 33 · Knee 26

Benjamin T Bissell, M.D.

Dakota Dunes, SD

58 verified Medicare cases Knee 29 · Shoulder 29

Benjamin Walters, D.O.

Sioux Falls, SD

56 verified Medicare cases Hip 16 · Knee 40

James B Macdougall, MD

Aberdeen, SD

55 verified Medicare cases Hip 15 · Knee 40

Michael W Kadrmas, MD

Rapid City, SD

51 verified Medicare cases Hip 24 · Knee 27

Emmett T Mceleney, M.D.

Rapid City, SD

45 verified Medicare cases Hip 19 · Knee 26

Matthew Blake, M.D.

Sioux Falls, SD

44 verified Medicare cases Shoulder 44

Brent D Adams, MD

Yankton, SD

43 verified Medicare cases Hip 21 · Knee 22

Gerald M Rieber, MD

Watertown, SD

43 verified Medicare cases Hip 18 · Knee 25

Patrick Miller, MD

Aberdeen, SD

37 verified Medicare cases Knee 24 · Shoulder 13

Ryan C Meis, MD

Dakota Dunes, SD

36 verified Medicare cases Knee 36

Clint Benge, M.D.

Sioux Falls, SD

36 verified Medicare cases Shoulder 36

Peter A Looby, MD

Sioux Falls, SD

35 verified Medicare cases Knee 35

Joseph H Carreau, MD

Dakota Dunes, SD

35 verified Medicare cases Knee 15 · Shoulder 20

Steven J Stokesbary, MD

Dakota Dunes, SD

34 verified Medicare cases Hip 11 · Knee 23

Lew W Papendick, MD

Rapid City, SD

32 verified Medicare cases Knee 32

Evan N Hermanson, M.D.

Sioux Falls, SD

31 verified Medicare cases Knee 31

Casey Johnston

Watertown, SD

28 verified Medicare cases Knee 28

Gonzalo H Sanchez, MD

Pierre, SD

24 verified Medicare cases Knee 24

Harvey A Oliver, M.D.

Sioux Falls, SD

19 verified Medicare cases Shoulder 19

Michael J Vener, MD

Watertown, SD

18 verified Medicare cases Knee 18

Gregory M Neely, MD

Sioux Falls, SD

16 verified Medicare cases Knee 16

Bryan Larson, MD

Rapid City, SD

15 verified Medicare cases Knee 15

Eric S Watson, MD

Sioux Falls, SD

14 verified Medicare cases Knee 14

Dalton Mcdaniel, DO

Aberdeen, SD

13 verified Medicare cases Knee 13

Michael T Espiritu, MD

Dakota Dunes, SD

13 verified Medicare cases Knee 13

Paul R Miller, MD

Rapid City, SD

11 verified Medicare cases Knee 11

Kristofer A Kimber, MD

Sioux Falls, SD

11 verified Medicare cases Knee 11

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Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33–37% of all procedures performed. Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.

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