Dr. Todd Duellman, M.D.
Dr. Todd Duellman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Dr. Duellman has performed 57 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#23 in Wisconsin) and 27 hip replacements, for a combined total of 84 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Duellman performs above average in knee (57 vs 37 avg), near average in hip (27 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Duellman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (57 cases) and hip replacements (27 cases).
Wisconsin Rapids is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wisconsin Rapids area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Duellman extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 59 to 84 in the most recent data, a 42% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Duellman's 57 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Duellman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Duellman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 42% from 59 procedures in 2013 to 84 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. Duellman
How does Dr. Duellman's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Duellman has performed 84 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Wisconsin average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Duellman ranks #33 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Duellman perform?
Dr. Duellman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and hip replacement (27 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Duellman in Wisconsin Rapids?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin Rapids 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. Duellman 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. Duellman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 84 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Duellman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Duellman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 59 procedures in 2013 to 84 in the most recent data, a 42% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 125 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Duellman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Duellman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (27 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Duellman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Duellman is affiliated with Marshfield Medical Center, Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Duellman practices?
Marshfield Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids Hospital (3 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 Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Dr. Duellman's 84 Medicare procedures are above the Wisconsin Rapids average of 48. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wisconsin Rapids.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Douglas Galuk | 12 | Knee |
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