Dr. Steven Meyer, M.D.
Contact & Location
605-217-2667
Dakota Dunes, SD 57049
Dr. Meyer performs more knee replacement procedures than 70% of orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 48 ranked knee surgeons in South Dakota.
About Dr. Meyer
Practice. Dr. Steven Meyer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 43 knee replacements and 21 hip replacements, 64 procedures in all. That is #14 in South Dakota for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 105 in 2019 and stands at 64 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 43 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Dakota Dunes has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Meyer also holds hospital privileges in IA and SD, a practice that extends beyond South Dakota.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 23 | 57 |
| 2014 | 29 | 60 |
| 2015 | 26 | 37 |
| 2016 | 29 | 56 |
| 2017 | 18 | 59 |
| 2018 | 34 | 54 |
| 2019 | 43 | 62 |
| 2020 | 26 | 45 |
| 2021 | 23 | 70 |
| 2022 | 25 | 65 |
| 2023 | 30 | 50 |
| 2024 | 21 | 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 23% to 28% for knee 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. Meyer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Meyer's recorded volume peaked at 105 procedures in 2019 and stood at 64 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Meyer
How does Dr. Meyer's procedure volume compare to other South Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Meyer has performed 64 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Dakota average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Meyer ranks #22 out of 52 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Meyer perform?
Dr. Meyer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Meyer with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Meyer ranks #14 in South Dakota for knee 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. Meyer in Dakota Dunes?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Dakota Dunes 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. Meyer 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Meyer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 220 to 270 procedures against the 64 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. Meyer's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Meyer's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 105 procedures in 2019 and was 64 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. Meyer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Meyer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Meyer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Meyer is affiliated with Loring Hospital, Dunes Surgical Hospital, Horn Memorial Hospital, Pocahontas Community Hospital, Cherokee Regional Medical Center. Dr. Meyer maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Meyer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dakota Dunes?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Dakota Dunes, Dr. Meyer ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Meyer is among the highest-volume surgeons in Dakota Dunes.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Meyer practices?
Dunes Surgical Hospital (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 Dakota Dunes, South Dakota
Dr. Meyer's 64 Medicare procedures are below the Dakota Dunes average of 70. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dakota Dunes.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Nelson | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Johnson | 85 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Justin Deans | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Bissell | 58 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ryan Meis | 36 | Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Carreau | 35 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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