How do I contact Dr. Joseph Carreau?

You can contact Dr. Joseph Carreau at 605-217-2667. The practice is located at 575 N Sioux Point Rd in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota.

What procedures does Dr. Joseph Carreau specialize in?

Dr. Joseph Carreau is an orthopedic surgeon in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota specializing in joint replacement procedures. Medicare data shows procedures performed including knee replacement, shoulder replacement.

How many Medicare procedures has Dr. Joseph Carreau performed?

According to Medicare data, Dr. Joseph Carreau has performed 31 joint replacement procedures. This represents Medicare fee-for-service cases and accounts for approximately 33-37% of all procedures nationwide.

What is Dr. Joseph Carreau's ranking in South Dakota?

Dr. Joseph Carreau is ranked #42 overall in South Dakota for orthopedic procedure volume based on Medicare data.

Does Dr. Joseph Carreau accept new patients?

To find out if Dr. Joseph Carreau is accepting new patients, please contact the office directly at 605-217-2667. Most orthopedic surgeons require a referral from your primary care physician.

Dr. Joseph Carreau, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Joseph Carreau is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota. In 2023, Dr. Carreau performed 17 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#14 in South Dakota) and 14 knee replacements (#45 in South Dakota), for a combined total of 31 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement

17 verified cases

#14 in South Dakota

Knee Replacement

14 verified cases

#45 in South Dakota

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Carreau

Medicare volume represents only a portion of a surgeon's practice.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Carreau, I see your Medicare volume is lower—what percentage of your practice is private insurance or sports medicine? Approximately how many total joint replacements do you perform annually?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 605-217-2667

575 N Sioux Point Rd
Dakota Dunes, SD 57049

NPI: 1548580830

Credentials: MD

✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)

📅 16 years of practice experience

🎓 Licensed MD

🏥 Licensed surgical specialist

🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon

📞 Contact information available

Important: 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 joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.

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Dr. Joseph Carreau, MD

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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

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Contact & Location

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