Dr. Andrew Kersten, MD
Contact & Location
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Dr. Andrew Kersten is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hendersonville, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Kersten has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#119 in North Carolina) and 23 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 53 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Kersten performs below average in knee (30 vs 44 avg), near average in shoulder (23 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Kersten's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and shoulder replacements (23 cases).
Hendersonville is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Hendersonville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kersten extend back to 2017, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 53 in the most recent data, a 253% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Kersten's 30 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Kersten Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kersten's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 253% from 15 procedures in 2017 to 53 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kersten
How does Dr. Kersten's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Kersten has performed 53 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kersten ranks #114 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kersten perform?
Dr. Kersten's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and shoulder replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kersten in Hendersonville?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Hendersonville 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kersten 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. Kersten's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 53 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kersten's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kersten's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2017 to 53 in the most recent data, a 253% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 53 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Kersten perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kersten's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kersten affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kersten is affiliated with Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital, Adventhealth Hendersonville.
How does Dr. Kersten compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hendersonville?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Hendersonville, Dr. Kersten ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Hendersonville has 146 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kersten practices?
Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Hendersonville (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Hendersonville, North Carolina
Dr. Kersten's 53 Medicare procedures are below the Hendersonville average of 88. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hendersonville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Werner Brooks | 146 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Edward Lilly | 128 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Lavigne | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Mawn | 51 | Hip, Knee |
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