Dr. Brian Wissel, M.D.
Contact & Location
859-301-2663
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
Dr. Wissel performs more knee replacement procedures than 31% of orthopedic surgeons in Indiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #129 of 188 ranked knee surgeons in Indiana.
About Dr. Wissel
Practice. Dr. Brian Wissel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. The latest annual CMS data records 24 knee replacements and 16 hip replacements, 40 procedures in all. That is #129 in Indiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2013.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 20 procedures a year to 40, up 100%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Lawrenceburg has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Wissel also holds hospital privileges in IN and KY, a practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| 2022 | 12 | 18 | 14 |
| 2023 | 0 | 33 | 13 |
| 2024 | 16 | 24 | 0 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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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 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Wissel's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 170 procedures against the 40 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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