Dr. Kenneth Bramlett, M.D.
Dr. Kenneth Bramlett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bramlett has performed 45 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#20 in Alabama) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 60 procedures.
In Alabama, Dr. Bramlett performs above average in knee (45 vs 34 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Bramlett's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 75% of reported Medicare volume.
Dr. Bramlett is the only orthopedic surgeon in Vestavia Hills represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Bramlett's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 167 procedures in 2016 before settling at 60 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bramlett's 45 verified procedures is near 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. Bramlett Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Contact & Location
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bramlett's recorded volume peaked at 167 procedures in 2016 and stood at 60 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Bramlett
How does Dr. Bramlett's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. Bramlett has performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Alabama average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bramlett ranks #33 out of 129 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bramlett perform?
Dr. Bramlett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bramlett with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bramlett ranks #20 in Alabama for knee replacement with 45 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 129 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Bramlett's practice located?
Dr. Bramlett practices in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. The office is located at 1021 Montgomery Hwy Ste 201, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Bramlett for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bramlett 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. Bramlett's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 60 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bramlett's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bramlett's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 167 procedures in 2016 and was 60 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Bramlett perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bramlett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bramlett affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bramlett is affiliated with Grandview Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bramlett practices?
Grandview Medical Center (2 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.
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