Dr. Daniel Tensmeyer, M.D.
Contact & Location
435-723-9700
Brigham City, UT 84302
About Dr. Tensmeyer
Practice. Dr. Daniel Tensmeyer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Brigham City, Utah. The latest annual CMS data records 11 shoulder replacements. That is #29 in Utah for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Dr. Tensmeyer first appears in the Medicare data in 2017. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 11 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Brigham City has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 12 procedures in 2017 and 11 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 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. Tensmeyer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tensmeyer has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2017. 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Evidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Nutrition and Recovery After Joint ReplacementHow protein intake, anti-inflammatory foods, hydration, and targeted supplements support bone healing and tissue repair after surgery.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Tensmeyer
How does Dr. Tensmeyer's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Tensmeyer has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Utah average is 58 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Tensmeyer ranks #88 out of 88 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tensmeyer perform?
Dr. Tensmeyer's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tensmeyer in Brigham City?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Brigham 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. Tensmeyer 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Tensmeyer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 30 to 40 procedures against the 11 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tensmeyer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tensmeyer is affiliated with Intermountain Health Layton Hospital, Intermountain Health Mckay-Dee Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tensmeyer practices?
Intermountain Health Mckay-Dee Hospital (5 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 Brigham City, Utah
Dr. Tensmeyer's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Brigham City average of 55. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Brigham City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Hoffman | 99 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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