Dr. Brian Seng, D.O.
Contact & Location
Canton, GA 30115
Dr. Brian Seng is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Canton, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Seng has performed 157 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#5 in Georgia) and 95 hip replacements, for a combined total of 252 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Seng performs well above average in knee (157 vs 40 avg), well above average in hip (95 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Seng's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (157 cases) and hip replacements (95 cases).
Canton is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Canton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Seng extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 43 to 252 in the most recent data, a 486% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Seng's 157 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #149 nationally.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Seng Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Seng's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 486% from 43 procedures in 2013 to 252 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. Seng
How does Dr. Seng's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Seng has performed 252 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Seng ranks #3 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Seng perform?
Dr. Seng's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (157 cases) and hip replacement (95 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Seng with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Seng ranks #5 in Georgia for knee replacement with 157 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 245 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Seng in Canton?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Canton 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 Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Seng 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. Seng's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 252 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Seng's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Seng's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 43 procedures in 2013 to 252 in the most recent data, a 486% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 252 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Seng perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Seng's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (157 cases), hip replacement (95 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Seng affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Seng is affiliated with Northside Hospital Cherokee, Northside Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Seng practices?
Northside Hospital Cherokee (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northside Hospital (3 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Canton, Georgia
Dr. Seng's 252 Medicare procedures are above the Canton average of 156. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Canton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Douglas Widener | 60 | Hip, Knee |
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