Dr. Justin Kuether, MD
Dr. Justin Kuether is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Falmouth, Maine. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Kuether has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#19 in Maine) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Maine, Dr. Kuether performs below average in knee (28 vs 36 avg), near average in hip (24 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Kuether's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
Falmouth is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Falmouth area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Kuether first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Kuether's 28 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Kuether Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maine state average.
Contact & Location
Falmouth, ME 04105
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kuether has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Kuether
How does Dr. Kuether's procedure volume compare to other Maine surgeons?
Dr. Kuether has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Maine average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kuether ranks #16 out of 44 orthopedic surgeons in Maine.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kuether perform?
Dr. Kuether's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Kuether with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Kuether ranks #19 in Maine for knee replacement with 28 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 44 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kuether in Falmouth?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Falmouth 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 Maine surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kuether 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. Kuether's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Kuether perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kuether's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kuether affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kuether is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kuether compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Falmouth?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Falmouth, Dr. Kuether ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Falmouth has 150 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kuether practices?
Mainehealth Maine Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Falmouth, Maine
Dr. Kuether's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Falmouth average of 93. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Falmouth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Adam Rana | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Rodrigue | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Becker | 95 | Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Colacchio | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian McGrory | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Babikian | 75 | Hip |
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