Dr. Daniel Levene, MD
Contact & Location
307-745-8851
Laramie, WY 82070
Dr. Levene performs more knee replacement procedures than 43% of orthopedic surgeons in Wyoming, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #17 of 30 ranked knee surgeons in Wyoming.
About Dr. Levene
Dr. Daniel Levene is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Laramie, Wyoming. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Levene completed 27 knee replacements (#17 in Wyoming), 27 shoulder replacements, and 26 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 80 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Wyoming, Dr. Levene performs below the state average in knee (27 vs 34), near the state average in shoulder (27 vs 24), near the state average in hip (26 vs 26).
Dr. Levene performs all three major joint replacement procedures (hip, knee, and shoulder), indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (27 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (27) and hip replacements (26).
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 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 80 in the most recent data, a 281% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Levene's 27 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 21 | 0 |
| 2014 | 12 | 17 | 0 |
| 2015 | 12 | 30 | 0 |
| 2016 | 11 | 24 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 31 | 0 |
| 2018 | 29 | 48 | 0 |
| 2019 | 21 | 34 | 0 |
| 2020 | 41 | 20 | 0 |
| 2021 | 25 | 32 | 11 |
| 2022 | 29 | 37 | 12 |
| 2023 | 27 | 22 | 11 |
| 2024 | 26 | 27 | 27 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Levene Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wyoming state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Levene's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 281% from 21 procedures in 2013 to 80 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Wyoming average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Levene ranks #6 out of 34 orthopedic surgeons in Wyoming.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Levene perform?
Dr. Levene performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (27 cases), shoulder replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (26 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Levene with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Levene ranks #17 in Wyoming for knee replacement with 27 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 34 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 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Levene's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 310 procedures against the 80 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. Levene's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Levene's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2013 to 80 in the most recent data, a 281% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 80 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Levene perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Levene's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), shoulder replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (26 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, Summit Medical Center, 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 #2 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); Summit Medical Center (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 80 Medicare procedures are above the Laramie average of 65. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Laramie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Horberg | 139 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Fournier | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark McKenna | 39 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Bienz | 15 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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