Dr. Loren Potter, D.O.
Contact & Location
920-303-8700
Oshkosh, WI 54904
Dr. Potter performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 35% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #26 of 40 ranked shoulder surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Potter
Practice. Dr. Loren Potter is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The latest annual CMS data records 16 shoulder replacements. That is #26 in Wisconsin for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 16, up 33%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 16 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Oshkosh has 3 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 | 12 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 16 |
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. Potter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Potter's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 33% from 12 procedures in 2015 to 16 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. Potter
How does Dr. Potter's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Potter has performed 16 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. Potter ranks #154 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Potter perform?
Dr. Potter's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Potter in Oshkosh?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Oshkosh 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. Potter 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. Potter's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 60 procedures against the 16 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. Potter's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Potter's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2015 to 16 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 17 procedures in 2020.
Which hospitals is Dr. Potter affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Potter is affiliated with Aurora Medical Ctr Oshkosh.
How does Dr. Potter compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oshkosh?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Oshkosh, Dr. Potter ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Potter is among the highest-volume surgeons in Oshkosh.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Potter practices?
Aurora Medical Ctr Oshkosh (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 Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Dr. Potter's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Oshkosh average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oshkosh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Nystrom | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Fagan | 31 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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