Dr. Kevin Perry, M.D.
Contact & Location
507-284-2511
Rochester, MN 55905
Dr. Perry performs more knee replacement procedures than 95% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #7 of 144 ranked knee surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Perry
Practice. Dr. Kevin Perry is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rochester, Minnesota. The latest annual CMS data records 75 knee replacements and 45 hip replacements, 120 procedures in all. That is #7 in Minnesota for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 28 procedures a year to 120, up 329%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 75 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Rochester has 23 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 13 | 15 |
| 2016 | 33 | 46 |
| 2017 | 22 | 44 |
| 2018 | 37 | 61 |
| 2019 | 61 | 56 |
| 2020 | 59 | 53 |
| 2021 | 45 | 54 |
| 2022 | 48 | 75 |
| 2023 | 43 | 78 |
| 2024 | 45 | 75 |
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. Perry Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Perry's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 329% from 28 procedures in 2015 to 120 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Perry
How does Dr. Perry's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Perry has performed 120 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Minnesota average of 43 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Perry ranks #7 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Perry perform?
Dr. Perry's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases) and hip replacement (45 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Perry with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Perry ranks #7 in Minnesota for knee replacement with 75 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 187 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Perry in Rochester?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester 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. Perry 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. Perry's total volume across all insurers at roughly 400 to 510 procedures against the 120 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. Perry's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Perry's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2015 to 120 in the most recent data, a 329% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 123 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Perry perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Perry's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases), hip replacement (45 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Perry affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Perry is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Mayo Clinic Health System Albert Lea And Austin.
How does Dr. Perry compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rochester?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester, Dr. Perry ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Rochester has 169 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Perry practices?
Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mayo Clinic Health System Albert Lea And Austin (5 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 Rochester, Minnesota
Dr. Perry's 120 Medicare procedures are below the Rochester average of 131. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rochester.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Trousdale | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Ryan | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Taunton | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Sperling | 117 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Tetreault | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Brown | 111 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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