Dr. Kenneth Moore, MD
Dr. Kenneth Moore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Birmingham, Alabama. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Moore has performed 119 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#2 in Alabama) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 143 procedures.
In Alabama, Dr. Moore performs well above average in knee (119 vs 34 avg), near average in hip (24 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Moore's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 83% of reported Medicare volume.
Birmingham is home to 28 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Birmingham area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Moore extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 64 to 143 in the most recent data, a 123% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Moore's 119 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Moore Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Contact & Location
Birmingham, AL 35205
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Moore's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 123% from 64 procedures in 2015 to 143 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. Moore
How does Dr. Moore's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. Moore has performed 143 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Alabama average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Moore ranks #3 out of 129 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Moore perform?
Dr. Moore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (119 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Moore with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Moore ranks #2 in Alabama for knee replacement with 119 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 129 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Moore in Birmingham?
Yes. There are 28 orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham 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 Alabama surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Moore 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. Moore's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 143 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Moore's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Moore's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 64 procedures in 2015 to 143 in the most recent data, a 123% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 169 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Moore perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Moore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (119 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Moore affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Moore is affiliated with St Vincent'S Birmingham, Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital.
How does Dr. Moore compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham, Dr. Moore ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Moore has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Moore practices?
St Vincent'S Birmingham (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Birmingham, Alabama
Dr. Moore's 143 Medicare procedures are above the Birmingham average of 84. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Birmingham.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Worthen | 95 | Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Davis | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Adkison | 81 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Billy McGough | 64 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Benton Emblom | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Herrick Siegel | 58 | Hip, Knee |
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