Dr. Brian Kern, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Brian Kern is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Paducah, Kentucky. In 2023, Dr. Kern performed 54 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#21 in Kentucky) and 32 shoulder replacements (#13 in Kentucky), for a combined total of 86 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Kentucky.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
54 verified cases
#21 in Kentucky
Shoulder Replacement
32 verified cases
#13 in Kentucky

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Kern

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (86 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Kern, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 270-442-9461
200 Clint Hill Blvd
Paducah, KY 42001
NPI: 1124231824
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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