Dr. Corey Wulf, M.D.
Contact & Location
952-456-7000
Edina, MN 55435
Dr. Wulf performs more knee replacement procedures than 56% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #63 of 144 ranked knee surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Wulf
Practice. Dr. Corey Wulf is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edina, Minnesota. The latest annual CMS data records 27 knee replacements. That is #63 in Minnesota for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume rose from 16 procedures a year to 27, up 69%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 27 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Edina has 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 27 |
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. 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. Wulf Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wulf's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 69% from 16 procedures in 2019 to 27 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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wulf
How does Dr. Wulf's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Wulf has performed 27 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Minnesota average is 43 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Wulf ranks #112 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wulf perform?
Dr. Wulf's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 27 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wulf in Edina?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina 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 Minnesota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wulf 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, which puts Dr. Wulf's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 120 procedures against the 27 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. Wulf's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wulf's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2019 to 27 in the most recent data, a 69% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 27 procedures in 2021.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wulf affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wulf is affiliated with Ridgeview Medical Center, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital.
How does Dr. Wulf compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edina?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina, Dr. Wulf ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Edina has 145 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wulf practices?
Ridgeview Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital (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 Edina, Minnesota
Dr. Wulf's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Edina average of 76. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Edina.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Heller | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Anseth | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bishoy Gad | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Tuttle | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Allan Hunt | 61 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Loren Vorlicky | 38 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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