Dr. Kenneth Kress is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Alpharetta, Georgia. In 2023, Dr. Kress performed 221 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#3 in Georgia) and 69 hip replacements, for a combined total of 290 procedures.
With 290 total procedures, Dr. Kress ranks in the top 1% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, where the average surgeon performs 56 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 5x the statewide average.
Dr. Kress's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Alpharetta is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Alpharetta area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kress
How does Dr. Kress's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Kress performed 290 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the Georgia average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kress ranks #3 out of 246 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kress perform?
Dr. Kress's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (221 cases) and hip replacement (69 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Kress with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Kress ranks #3 in Georgia for knee replacement with 221 Medicare-verified procedures in 2023. This high ranking among 246 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kress in Alpharetta?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Alpharetta 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. Kress represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Kress's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 290 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Alpharetta, Georgia
Compare Dr. Kress's volume with other surgeons practicing in Alpharetta.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jon Minter | 32 | Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Potts | 12 | Shoulder |
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