Dr. Brian Wissel, M.D.
Contact & Location
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
Dr. Brian Wissel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Wissel has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#129 in Indiana) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Wissel performs below average in knee (24 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Wissel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Wissel holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Lawrenceburg is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lawrenceburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Wissel also maintains hospital privileges in IN and KY, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Medicare records for Dr. Wissel extend back to 2021, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 20 to 40 in the most recent data, a 100% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Wissel's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Wissel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wissel's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 100% from 20 procedures in 2021 to 40 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. Wissel
How does Dr. Wissel's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Wissel has performed 40 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Indiana average is 60 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Wissel ranks #138 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wissel perform?
Dr. Wissel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wissel in Lawrenceburg?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Lawrenceburg 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wissel 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. Wissel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 40 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wissel's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wissel's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2021 to 40 in the most recent data, a 100% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 46 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Wissel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wissel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wissel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wissel is affiliated with St Elizabeth Dearborn Hospital, St Elizabeth Medical Center North, St Elizabeth Florence. Dr. Wissel maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wissel practices?
St Elizabeth Dearborn Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Elizabeth Medical Center North (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Elizabeth Florence (4 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 Lawrenceburg, Indiana
Dr. Wissel's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Lawrenceburg average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lawrenceburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ronald Auer | 106 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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