Dr. Patrick Miller, M.D.
Contact & Location
605-226-2663
Aberdeen, SD 57401
Dr. Miller performs more knee replacement procedures than 29% of orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #34 of 48 ranked knee surgeons in South Dakota.
About Dr. Miller
Practice. Dr. Patrick Miller is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Aberdeen, South Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 24 knee replacements and 13 shoulder replacements, 37 procedures in all. That is #34 in South Dakota for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 73 in 2013 and stands at 37 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Aberdeen has 4 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 13 | 49 | 11 |
| 2014 | 23 | 33 | 0 |
| 2015 | 16 | 36 | 0 |
| 2016 | 11 | 35 | 14 |
| 2017 | 11 | 40 | 0 |
| 2018 | 14 | 33 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| 2021 | 13 | 25 | 16 |
| 2022 | 0 | 36 | 18 |
| 2023 | 0 | 26 | 19 |
| 2024 | 0 | 24 | 13 |
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, 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. Miller Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Miller's recorded volume peaked at 73 procedures in 2013 and stood at 37 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Miller
How does Dr. Miller's procedure volume compare to other South Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Miller has performed 37 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. Miller ranks #34 out of 52 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Miller perform?
Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and shoulder replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Miller in Aberdeen?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Aberdeen 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. Miller 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Miller's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 150 procedures against the 37 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. Miller's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Miller's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 73 procedures in 2013 and was 37 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Miller perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Miller affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Miller is affiliated with Avera St Lukes, Mobridge Regional Hospital - Cah, Community Memorial Hospital, Bowdle Hospital - Cah, Marshall County Healthcare Center - Cah.
How does Dr. Miller compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Aberdeen?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Aberdeen, Dr. Miller ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Miller is among the highest-volume surgeons in Aberdeen.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Miller practices?
Avera St Lukes (5 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 Aberdeen, South Dakota
Dr. Miller's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Aberdeen average of 48. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Aberdeen.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Reynen | 88 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James MacDougall | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dalton McDaniel | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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