Dr. Clark Duchene, MD
Contact & Location
Rapid City, SD 57702
Dr. Clark Duchene is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rapid City, South Dakota. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Duchene has completed 40 knee replacements (#17 in South Dakota), 26 shoulder replacements, and 25 hip replacements, totaling 91 Medicare-verified procedures.
In South Dakota, Dr. Duchene performs near average in knee (40 vs 42 avg), below average in shoulder (26 vs 35 avg), below average in hip (25 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Duchene performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (40 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (26) and hip replacements (25).
Rapid City is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Rapid City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Duchene extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 74 to 91 in the most recent data, a 23% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Duchene's 40 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. Duchene Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Duchene's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 23% from 74 procedures in 2013 to 91 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. Duchene
How does Dr. Duchene's procedure volume compare to other South Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Duchene has performed 91 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Dakota average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Duchene ranks #13 out of 52 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Duchene perform?
Dr. Duchene performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (40 cases), shoulder replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Duchene with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Duchene ranks #17 in South Dakota for knee replacement with 40 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 52 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Duchene in Rapid City?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Rapid City 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 South Dakota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Duchene 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. Duchene's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 91 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Duchene's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Duchene's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 74 procedures in 2013 to 91 in the most recent data, a 23% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 91 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Duchene perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Duchene's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases), shoulder replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Duchene among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Duchene affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Duchene is affiliated with Black Hills Surgical Hospital Llc, Hans P Peterson Memorial Hospital - Cah, Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, Monument Health Custer Hospital.
How does Dr. Duchene compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rapid City?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Rapid City, Dr. Duchene ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Rapid City has 147 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Duchene practices?
Black Hills Surgical Hospital Llc (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Monument Health Rapid City Hospital (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 Rapid City, South Dakota
Dr. Duchene's 91 Medicare procedures are above the Rapid City average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rapid City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Marrs | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Mortimer | 112 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Giuseffi | 92 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Kadrmas | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Emmett McEleney | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lew Papendick | 32 | Knee |
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