Dr. Harvey Oliver, M.D.
Contact & Location
605-328-2663
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Dr. Oliver performs more joint replacement procedures than 15% of orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #44 of 52 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
About Dr. Oliver
Practice. Dr. Harvey Oliver is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 19 shoulder replacements. That is #15 in South Dakota for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2012.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 19, up 46%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 19 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Sioux Falls has 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Oliver also holds hospital privileges in SD and MN, a practice that extends beyond South Dakota.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 19 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Oliver Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Dakota state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in South Dakota
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Oliver's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 46% from 13 procedures in 2022 to 19 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Oliver
How does Dr. Oliver's procedure volume compare to other South Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Oliver has performed 19 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The South Dakota average is 70 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Oliver ranks #44 out of 52 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Oliver perform?
Dr. Oliver's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Oliver with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Oliver ranks #15 in South Dakota for shoulder replacement with 19 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 52 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Oliver in Sioux Falls?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Sioux Falls 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. Oliver 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Oliver's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 70 procedures against the 19 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. Oliver's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Oliver's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2022 to 19 in the most recent data, a 46% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 19 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Oliver affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Oliver is affiliated with Sanford Usd Medical Center, Sanford Luverne Medical Center, Sanford Worthington Medical Center. Dr. Oliver maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Oliver compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sioux Falls?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Sioux Falls, Dr. Oliver ranks #19 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Sioux Falls has 340 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Oliver practices?
Sanford Usd Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sanford Worthington Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Dr. Oliver's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Sioux Falls average of 157. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sioux Falls.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Adler | 340 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Corey Rothrock | 209 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Travis Liddell | 157 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Walker | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Bechtold | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Johnson | 97 | Hip, Knee |
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