Dr. Eric Erickson, M.D.
Contact & Location
920-831-5050
Appleton, WI 54911
Dr. Erickson performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 62% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #15 of 40 ranked shoulder surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Erickson
Practice. Dr. Eric Erickson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Appleton, Wisconsin. The latest annual CMS data records 24 shoulder replacements. That is #15 in Wisconsin for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 6 years. Volume rose from 15 procedures a year to 24, up 60%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Appleton has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 24 |
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. Erickson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Erickson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 60% from 15 procedures in 2018 to 24 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Erickson
How does Dr. Erickson's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Erickson has performed 24 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Wisconsin average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Erickson ranks #129 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Erickson perform?
Dr. Erickson's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 24 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Erickson with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Erickson ranks #15 in Wisconsin for shoulder replacement with 24 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 189 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Erickson in Appleton?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Appleton 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 Wisconsin surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Erickson 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. Erickson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 24 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. Erickson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Erickson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2018 to 24 in the most recent data, a 60% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 31 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Erickson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Erickson is affiliated with Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Appleton Inc, Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Neenah Inc, Thedacare Medical Center - Shawano Inc, Thedacare Medical Center - Berlin Inc, Thedacare Medical Center New London.
How does Dr. Erickson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Appleton?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Appleton, Dr. Erickson ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Appleton has 92 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Erickson practices?
Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Appleton Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Neenah Inc (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Thedacare Medical Center - Shawano Inc (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 Appleton, Wisconsin
Dr. Erickson's 24 Medicare procedures are below the Appleton average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Appleton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Liebelt | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Ziegele | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Conrad | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Limoni | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Shawn Hennigan | 59 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Lohrbach | 52 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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