Summary

Dr. Gerald Rieber is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with nearly three decades of experience helping patients overcome musculoskeletal challenges. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed comprehensive training through multiple residencies, including orthopedic surgery at the University of Minnesota Hospital & Clinics. His extensive preparation also included training in family medicine at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences and general surgery at the University of Minnesota Medical School. Dr. Rieber holds certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Rieber practices at Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic in Watertown, South Dakota, and maintains affiliations with CCM Health Montevideo Hospital. He focuses on treating common orthopedic conditions such as joint pain, shoulder discomfort, and knee problems. His approach to care includes physical therapy guidance, strength training programs, and manual therapy techniques to help patients regain mobility and reduce pain. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0, reflecting their confidence in his orthopedic expertise and patient care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 29 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Minnesota Hosp & Clinic
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic

401 9th Ave NW Bldg BWatertown, SD 57201
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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29 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Watertown , SDWatertown , SDAugusta , GANew London , WI
Med School: University of Minnesota Med School Med School: University of Minnesota Med School Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gerald Rieber

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Avera Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • Sanford Health Plan - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gerald Rieber has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gerald Rieber has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Dakota, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Minnesota Hosp & Clinic
Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Nd Sch Med & Hlth Sci, Family Medicine; Univ Of Mn Med Sch, General Surgery
University of Minnesota Program

Medical School

University of Minnesota Med SchoolGraduated in 1997
University of Mn Med SchGraduated in 1997
University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis MnGraduated in 1997

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Dr. Gerald Rieber speaks English.
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