Hip
Dr. Daniel Johansen, MD
Dr. Daniel Johansen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Johansen has performed 15 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #33 in Utah.
In Utah, Dr. Johansen performs below average in hip (15 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Johansen's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 15 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Salt Lake City is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Salt Lake City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Johansen first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Johansen's 15 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Johansen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Contact & Location
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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 Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Johansen
How does Dr. Johansen's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Johansen has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Utah average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Johansen ranks #72 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Johansen perform?
Dr. Johansen's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Johansen in Salt Lake City?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Salt Lake 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 Utah surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Johansen 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. Johansen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Johansen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Johansen is affiliated with Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Zion. Dr. Johansen maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Johansen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salt Lake City?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Salt Lake City, Dr. Johansen ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Salt Lake City has 118 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Johansen practices?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Zion (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Salt Lake City, Utah
Dr. Johansen's 15 Medicare procedures are below the Salt Lake City average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salt Lake City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeremy Gililland | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Oliver Nikolaus | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Peters | 101 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pelt | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Bergeson | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Russell Nelson | 66 | Hip, Knee |
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