Dr. Daniel Levene, MD
Dr. Daniel Levene is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Laramie, Wyoming. Dr. Levene has completed 27 hip replacements (#9 in Wyoming), 22 knee replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 60 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Wyoming, Dr. Levene performs near average in hip (27 vs 26 avg), below average in knee (22 vs 34 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 21 avg).
Dr. Levene performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is hip replacements (27 cases), followed by knee replacements (22) and shoulder replacements (11).
Laramie is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Laramie area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Levene extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 60 in the most recent data, a 186% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Levene's 27 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Levene Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wyoming state average.
Contact & Location
Laramie, WY 82070
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Levene's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 186% from 21 procedures in 2013 to 60 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. Levene
How does Dr. Levene's procedure volume compare to other Wyoming surgeons?
Dr. Levene has performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Wyoming average of 53 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Levene ranks #9 out of 32 orthopedic surgeons in Wyoming.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Levene perform?
Dr. Levene performs all three major joint replacement procedures: hip replacement (27 cases), knee replacement (22 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Levene with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Levene ranks #9 in Wyoming for hip replacement with 27 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 32 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Levene in Laramie?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Laramie 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 Wyoming surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Levene 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. Levene's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 60 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Levene's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Levene's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2013 to 60 in the most recent data, a 186% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 78 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Levene perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Levene's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (27 cases), knee replacement (22 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Levene among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Levene affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Levene is affiliated with Ivinson Memorial Hospital, Community Hospital, Cheyenne Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Levene compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Laramie?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Laramie, Dr. Levene ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Levene is among the highest-volume surgeons in Laramie.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Levene practices?
Ivinson Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Community Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Cheyenne Regional Medical Center (3 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 Laramie, Wyoming
Dr. Levene's 60 Medicare procedures are below the Laramie average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Laramie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Horberg | 110 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Fournier | 78 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark McKenna | 42 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Bienz | 14 | Shoulder |
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