Dr. Joseph Carreau, M.D.
Contact & Location
605-217-2667
Dakota Dunes, SD 57049
Dr. Carreau performs more knee replacement procedures than 12% of orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #42 of 48 ranked knee surgeons in South Dakota.
About Dr. Carreau
Practice. Dr. Joseph Carreau is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 20 shoulder replacements and 15 knee replacements, 35 procedures in all. That is #14 in South Dakota for shoulder replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume has held between 14 and 37 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 20 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Dakota Dunes has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 19 | 13 |
| 2020 | 14 | 0 |
| 2021 | 17 | 0 |
| 2022 | 20 | 17 |
| 2023 | 14 | 17 |
| 2024 | 15 | 20 |
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, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Carreau Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Dakota state average.
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Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carreau's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 14 to 37 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Carreau
How does Dr. Carreau's procedure volume compare to other South Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Carreau has performed 35 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. Carreau ranks #38 out of 52 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carreau perform?
Dr. Carreau's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (20 cases) and knee replacement (15 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Carreau with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Carreau ranks #14 in South Dakota for shoulder replacement with 20 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 52 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carreau in Dakota Dunes?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Dakota Dunes 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. Carreau 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, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Carreau's total volume across all insurers at roughly 110 to 130 procedures against the 35 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. Carreau's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Carreau's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 14 to 37 procedures per year between 2019 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Carreau perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carreau's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (20 cases), knee replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carreau affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carreau is affiliated with Providence Medical Center, Pender Community Health, Dunes Surgical Hospital, Floyd Valley Healthcare, Burgess Health Center. Dr. Carreau maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Carreau compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dakota Dunes?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Dakota Dunes, Dr. Carreau ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Dakota Dunes has 147 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carreau practices?
Providence Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Dunes Surgical Hospital (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 Dakota Dunes, South Dakota
Dr. Carreau's 35 Medicare procedures are below the Dakota Dunes average of 70. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dakota Dunes.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Nelson | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Johnson | 85 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Meyer | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Deans | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Bissell | 58 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ryan Meis | 36 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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