Dr. Kristofer Kimber, M.D.
Contact & Location
605-328-2663
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Dr. Kimber performs more knee replacement procedures than 2% of orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #47 of 48 ranked knee surgeons in South Dakota.
About Dr. Kimber
Practice. Dr. Kristofer Kimber is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 11 knee replacements. That is #47 in South Dakota for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Dr. Kimber first appears in the Medicare data in 2022. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 11 procedures is below the national average of 45. 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. Kimber also holds hospital privileges in SD and MN, a practice that extends beyond South Dakota.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 12 procedures in 2022 and 11 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 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. Kimber Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kimber has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Knee 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.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kimber
How does Dr. Kimber's procedure volume compare to other South Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Kimber has performed 11 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. Kimber ranks #52 out of 52 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kimber perform?
Dr. Kimber's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kimber 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. Kimber 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Kimber's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 11 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kimber affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kimber is affiliated with Sanford Usd Medical Center, Sanford Luverne Medical Center, Sanford Worthington Medical Center. Dr. Kimber maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Kimber compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sioux Falls?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Sioux Falls, Dr. Kimber ranks #22 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. Kimber 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. Kimber's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Sioux Falls average of 156. 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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