Dr. Andrew Kersten is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Dr. Kersten has performed 25 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#29 in North Carolina) and 15 knee replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
Dr. Kersten's 40 Medicare procedures are near the North Carolina median of 46. The state has 294 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Kersten's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (25 cases) and knee replacements (15 cases).
Hendersonville is home to 3 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.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kersten
How does Dr. Kersten's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Kersten has performed 40 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The North Carolina average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Kersten ranks #174 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kersten perform?
Dr. Kersten's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (25 cases) and knee replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kersten in Hendersonville?
Yes. There are 3 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 40 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Hendersonville, North Carolina
Compare Dr. Kersten's volume with other surgeons practicing in Hendersonville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Lilly | 148 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Werner Brooks | 130 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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