Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Avera Health
Orthopedic Surgery • Vermillion, SD • Since 1897
About
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine at Avera Health in Vermillion - Part of Avera Health, a large regional health system based in Sioux Falls, SD, serving five-state area (SD, MN, IA, NE, ND) with over 300 locations and 60+ specialties. - The Vermillion location provides orthopedic care and sports medicine services through Avera Medical Group, offering access to physicians and advanced practice providers across nearly 200 secure locations in the region. - Avera Orthopedics & Sports Medicine focuses on musculoskeletal care, including evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for injuries and conditions affecting bones, joints, muscles, and related tissues. - Integrated care approach: coordination with other Avera services (radiology, physical therapy, surgical services, and specialty care) within a large, secure network. - For specifics on providers, appointment options, services (e.g., teen/athlete injuries, joint replacement, spine), and facility details in Vermillion, visit Avera Health’s orthopedic pages or contact the Vermillion location directly.
Clinic Type
Orthopedic Surgery
Address
Sioux Falls, SD (and multiple locations across SD, MN, IA, NE)
Phone
6056225000
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
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Insurance & Payment
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Pay My Bill Online, Price Transparency
Languages Spoken
FAQs
What locations are available for orthopedic care?
Multiple clinics and outreach locations across five states; walk-in orthopedic urgent care available.
What are the urgent care options for orthopedics?
Avera Orthopedic Urgent Care and walk-in clinics are available for immediate attention without an appointment.
Where are the orthopedic clinics located?
Multiple locations across Sioux Falls and other cities in SD, MN, IA, NE, including Sioux Falls (Louise Ave, Plaza 4), Aberdeen, Brookings, Mitchell, Pierre, and outreach clinics.
Do you offer robotic-assisted surgery and non-operative options?
Yes, treatment options include non-operative, minimally invasive surgery, robotic-assisted surgery and reconstructive techniques.
What diseases or injuries do you treat?
Orthopedic conditions including trauma, sports injuries, and general orthopedic disorders across multiple specialty clinics.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact the local clinic to schedule; walk-in options are available at orthopedic urgent care clinics.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Avera.org (patient experience survey): 4.8/5 (240 ratings) for Dr. Brandon S. Fites (Avera affiliated) (240)
- rater8: 4.9/5 (318 reviews) for Dr. Jeremy Kudera (practices in Vermillion/Yankton area) (318)
- Birdeye: 5.0/5 (6 reviews) for Avera Orthopedics Aberdeen (6)
Patients praise
- professional and compassionate care by medical providers
- thorough explanations of treatment options
- friendly and efficient staff interactions at some locations
- high patient satisfaction ratings for specific providers
Common complaints
- rudeness or lack of courtesy by some administrative or support staff
- concerns regarding billing practices, specifically requests for upfront deposits
"Dr. Kudera takes the time to listen to me and address any concerns I have. I drive 100 miles one way to see him and I wouldn't go to any other orthopedic doctor!!"
— rater8 (Dr. Jeremy Kudera reviews)"I don't care if this is standard practice now, it's rude and insulting. THIS IS WHY WE HAVE INSURANCE... now they need money up front????"
— LocalityBiz (Avera Orthopedics Sioux Falls review)"Dr. Fites is a great physician!! He cares about your needs and will do whatever he can to ease the patient's symptoms before saying you need surgery."
— Avera.org (Dr. Brandon Fites reviews)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Tiegen Lindner, DPT - Avera Health — May 6, 2026
- Joshua Rogers, MD - Orthopedics: Hand, Wrist and Elbow - Sioux ... — Aug 28, 2025
- Avera on Louise hospital renamed Avera Orthopedic Hospital — May 1, 2026
- Avera Orthopedic Hospital naming reflects commitment to specialty care - SiouxFalls.Business — May 5, 2026
- Avera Medical Minute: Helping Athletes Safely Expedite Their Recovery — Apr 7, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More orthopedic surgery clinics in Vermillion
Summary: - Yankton Medical Clinic, P.C. is a multi-specialty health care provider with 46 physicians across 18 specialties and 8 offices in the United States (primarily in South Dakota and nearby Nebraska). - The Vermillion, SD location is part of their network and shares services with the Yankton HQ and other clinics. They emphasize patient care, medical excellence, and rural outreach. - The Vermillion address listed: 101 S Plum St, Vermillion, SD 57069. Nearby Yankton locations include 1104 West Eighth Street (HQ) and 2525 Fox Run Pkwy, Yankton, SD 57078. - The clinic has a regional footprint designed to serve rural communities and has a history dating back to 1982.
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