Dr. Travis Liddell, M.D.
Contact & Location
605-336-2638
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
Dr. Liddell performs more knee replacement procedures than 91% of orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #4 of 48 ranked knee surgeons in South Dakota.
About Dr. Liddell
Practice. Dr. Travis Liddell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The latest annual CMS data records 95 knee replacements, 42 hip replacements, and 20 shoulder replacements, 157 procedures in all. That is #4 in South Dakota for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 44 procedures a year to 157, up 257%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 95 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Sioux Falls has 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Liddell also holds hospital privileges in SD and MN, 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 | 20 | 24 | 0 |
| 2015 | 20 | 38 | 0 |
| 2016 | 19 | 42 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 45 | 0 |
| 2018 | 13 | 27 | 0 |
| 2019 | 23 | 44 | 0 |
| 2020 | 24 | 61 | 0 |
| 2021 | 44 | 67 | 16 |
| 2022 | 45 | 103 | 14 |
| 2023 | 39 | 68 | 19 |
| 2024 | 42 | 95 | 20 |
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, 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. Liddell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Dakota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Liddell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 257% from 44 procedures in 2014 to 157 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. Liddell
How does Dr. Liddell's procedure volume compare to other South Dakota surgeons?
Dr. Liddell has performed 157 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the South Dakota average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Liddell ranks #3 out of 52 orthopedic surgeons in South Dakota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Liddell perform?
Dr. Liddell performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (95 cases), hip replacement (42 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Liddell with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Liddell ranks #4 in South Dakota for knee replacement with 95 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 52 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Liddell in Sioux Falls?
Yes. There are 22 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. Liddell 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Liddell's total volume across all insurers at roughly 520 to 650 procedures against the 157 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. Liddell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Liddell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 44 procedures in 2014 to 157 in the most recent data, a 257% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 162 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Liddell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Liddell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (95 cases), hip replacement (42 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Liddell among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Liddell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Liddell is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Pipestone County Medical Center, Avera Dells Area Hospital - Cah, Freeman Medical Center - Cah, Murray County Memorial Hospital. Dr. Liddell maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Liddell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sioux Falls?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Sioux Falls, Dr. Liddell ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Liddell is among the highest-volume surgeons in Sioux Falls.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Liddell practices?
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Pipestone County Medical Center (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 Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Dr. Liddell's 157 Medicare procedures are below the Sioux Falls average of 167. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sioux Falls.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Adler | 340 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Corey Rothrock | 209 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Walker | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Bechtold | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Johnson | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Hurd | 89 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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