Dr. Daniel Lochmann, MD
Contact & Location
Rice Lake, WI 54868
Dr. Daniel Lochmann is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Lochmann has performed 44 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#38 in Wisconsin) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Lochmann performs above average in knee (44 vs 36 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Lochmann's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 75% of reported Medicare volume.
Dr. Lochmann is the only orthopedic surgeon in Rice Lake represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Lochmann extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 36 to 59 in the most recent data, a 64% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lochmann's 44 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Lochmann Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lochmann's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 64% from 36 procedures in 2013 to 59 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. Lochmann
How does Dr. Lochmann's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Lochmann has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Wisconsin average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lochmann ranks #61 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lochmann perform?
Dr. Lochmann's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Where is Dr. Lochmann's practice located?
Dr. Lochmann practices in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. The office is located at 1700 W Stout St, Rice Lake, WI 54868. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Lochmann for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lochmann 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. Lochmann's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lochmann's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lochmann's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 36 procedures in 2013 to 59 in the most recent data, a 64% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 59 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Lochmann perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lochmann's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lochmann affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lochmann is affiliated with Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, Monument Health Custer Hospital, Monument Health Sturgis Hospital. Dr. Lochmann maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lochmann practices?
Monument Health Rapid City Hospital (4 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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