Dr. Luke Rasmussen, MD
Dr. Luke Rasmussen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Rasmussen has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#40 in South Dakota) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In South Dakota, Dr. Rasmussen performs below average in knee (20 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Rasmussen's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Sioux Falls is home to 20 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sioux Falls area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Rasmussen also maintains hospital privileges in SD and MN, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond South Dakota.
Dr. Rasmussen first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Rasmussen's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Rasmussen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Dakota state average.
Contact & Location
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Rasmussen
How does Dr. Rasmussen's procedure volume compare to other South Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Rasmussen has performed 37 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The South Dakota average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Rasmussen ranks #36 out of 51 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rasmussen perform?
Dr. Rasmussen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rasmussen in Sioux Falls?
Yes. There are 20 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. Rasmussen 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. Rasmussen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Rasmussen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rasmussen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rasmussen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rasmussen is affiliated with Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital Llp, Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Sanford Luverne Medical Center, Huron Regional Medical Center, Avera Weskota Memorial Medical Center - Cah. Dr. Rasmussen maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Rasmussen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sioux Falls?
Among the 20 orthopedic surgeons in Sioux Falls, Dr. Rasmussen ranks #16 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Sioux Falls has 336 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rasmussen practices?
Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital Llp (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center (3 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 Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Dr. Rasmussen's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Sioux Falls average of 158. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sioux Falls.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Adler | 336 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Corey Rothrock | 227 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Walker | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Travis Liddell | 126 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joshua Johnson | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Bechtold | 104 | Hip, Knee |
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