Dr. Ray Jensen, D.O.
Contact & Location
605-569-6000
Spearfish, SD 57783
Spearfish, SD 57783
Fort Meade, SD 57741
Dr. Jensen performs more hip replacement procedures than 3% of orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #28 of 29 ranked hip surgeons in South Dakota.
About Dr. Jensen
Practice. Dr. Ray Jensen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Spearfish, South Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 43 shoulder replacements, 14 hip replacements, and 11 knee replacements, 68 procedures in all. That is #5 in South Dakota for shoulder replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 19 procedures a year to 68, up 258%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 43 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Spearfish has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Jensen also holds hospital privileges in AZ and ID and SD, a practice that extends beyond South Dakota.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| 2020 | 0 | 16 | 42 |
| 2021 | 0 | 16 | 35 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 54 |
| 2023 | 16 | 16 | 51 |
| 2024 | 14 | 11 | 43 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Jensen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Dakota state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in South Dakota
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jensen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 258% from 19 procedures in 2017 to 68 in the most recent data.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Jensen
How does Dr. Jensen's procedure volume compare to other South Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Jensen has performed 68 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Dakota average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Jensen ranks #21 out of 52 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jensen perform?
Dr. Jensen performs all three major joint replacement procedures: shoulder replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (14 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Jensen with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Jensen ranks #5 in South Dakota for shoulder replacement with 43 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 52 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jensen in Spearfish?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Spearfish 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. Jensen 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Jensen's total volume across all insurers at roughly 200 to 250 procedures against the 68 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. Jensen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Jensen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2017 to 68 in the most recent data, a 258% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 83 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Jensen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jensen's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (14 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Jensen among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jensen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jensen is affiliated with Kingman Regional Medical Center, Valor Health, Treasure Valley Hospital, Monument Health Rapid City Hospital. Dr. Jensen maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jensen practices?
Kingman Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Valor Health (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Spearfish, South Dakota
Dr. Jensen's 68 Medicare procedures are below the Spearfish average of 83. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Spearfish.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Richard Little | 98 | Hip, Knee |
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