Dr. Steven Giuseffi, M.D.
Contact & Location
605-341-1414
Rapid City, SD 57702
Dr. Giuseffi performs more knee replacement procedures than 60% of orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #19 of 48 ranked knee surgeons in South Dakota.
About Dr. Giuseffi
Practice. Dr. Steven Giuseffi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rapid City, South Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 39 knee replacements, 28 shoulder replacements, and 25 hip replacements, 92 procedures in all. That is #19 in South Dakota for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 11 procedures a year to 92, up 736%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 39 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Rapid City has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Giuseffi also holds hospital privileges in SD and NE, 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 | 11 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 11 | 17 | 0 |
| 2018 | 17 | 24 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 | 22 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 24 | 20 |
| 2022 | 22 | 39 | 22 |
| 2023 | 17 | 37 | 31 |
| 2024 | 25 | 39 | 28 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Giuseffi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Giuseffi's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 736% from 11 procedures in 2014 to 92 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Giuseffi
How does Dr. Giuseffi's procedure volume compare to other South Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Giuseffi has performed 92 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Dakota average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Giuseffi ranks #12 out of 52 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Giuseffi perform?
Dr. Giuseffi performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (39 cases), shoulder replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Giuseffi with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Giuseffi ranks #19 in South Dakota for knee replacement with 39 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 52 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Giuseffi in Rapid City?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Rapid City 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. Giuseffi 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Giuseffi's total volume across all insurers at roughly 290 to 370 procedures against the 92 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. Giuseffi's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Giuseffi's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2014 to 92 in the most recent data, a 736% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 92 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Giuseffi perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Giuseffi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), shoulder replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Giuseffi among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Giuseffi affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Giuseffi is affiliated with Black Hills Surgical Hospital Llc, Chadron Hospital, Gordon Memorial Hospital District, Box Butte General Hospital, Monument Health Spearfish Hospital. Dr. Giuseffi maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Giuseffi compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rapid City?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Rapid City, Dr. Giuseffi ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Giuseffi is among the highest-volume surgeons in Rapid City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Giuseffi practices?
Black Hills Surgical Hospital Llc (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Chadron Hospital (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 Rapid City, South Dakota
Dr. Giuseffi's 92 Medicare procedures are above the Rapid City average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rapid City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Marrs | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Mortimer | 112 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Clark Duchene | 91 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Kadrmas | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Emmett McEleney | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lew Papendick | 32 | Knee |
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