Dr. Nicholas Rensing, M.D.
Contact & Location
Fort Campbell, KY 42223
Dr. Nicholas Rensing is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Campbell, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Rensing has performed 20 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#37 in Kentucky) and 12 knee replacements, for a combined total of 32 procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Rensing performs below average in hip (20 vs 33 avg), below average in knee (12 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Rensing's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (20 cases) and knee replacements (12 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Rensing holds additional credentials in Military Health Care Provider, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Rensing is the only orthopedic surgeon in Fort Campbell represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Rensing first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Rensing's 20 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Rensing Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rensing
How does Dr. Rensing's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Rensing has performed 32 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kentucky average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Rensing ranks #79 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rensing perform?
Dr. Rensing's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (20 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Rensing's practice located?
Dr. Rensing practices in Fort Campbell, Kentucky. The office is located at 650 Joel Drive, Fort Campbell, KY 42223. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Rensing for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Rensing 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. Rensing's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 32 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Rensing perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rensing's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (20 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rensing affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rensing is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent Evansville, Good Samaritan Hospital, Daviess Community Hospital, Deaconess Hospital Inc. Dr. Rensing maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rensing practices?
Ascension St Vincent Evansville (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Good Samaritan Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Daviess Community Hospital (3 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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