Dr. Ryan Todhunter, M.D.
Dr. Ryan Todhunter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Todhunter has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#34 in South Dakota) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In South Dakota, Dr. Todhunter performs below average in knee (24 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Todhunter's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 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. Todhunter first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Todhunter's 24 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. Todhunter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Dakota state average.
Contact & Location
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Todhunter 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Todhunter
How does Dr. Todhunter's procedure volume compare to other South Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Todhunter has performed 41 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. Todhunter ranks #33 out of 51 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Todhunter perform?
Dr. Todhunter's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Todhunter 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. Todhunter 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. Todhunter's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Todhunter perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Todhunter's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Todhunter affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Todhunter is affiliated with Sanford Usd Medical Center.
How does Dr. Todhunter compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sioux Falls?
Among the 20 orthopedic surgeons in Sioux Falls, Dr. Todhunter ranks #14 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. Todhunter practices?
Sanford Usd Medical Center (4 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. Todhunter's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Sioux Falls average of 159. 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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