Dr. Kurt Wohlrab, MD, MPH
Dr. Kurt Wohlrab is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pinehurst, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Wohlrab has completed 71 knee replacements (#38 in North Carolina), 24 hip replacements, and 22 shoulder replacements, totaling 117 Medicare-verified procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Wohlrab performs above average in knee (71 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (24 vs 33 avg), near average in shoulder (22 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Wohlrab performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (71 cases), followed by hip replacements (24) and shoulder replacements (22).
Pinehurst is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pinehurst area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Wohlrab extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 39 to 117 in the most recent data, a 200% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wohlrab's 71 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Wohlrab Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Pinehurst, NC 28374
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wohlrab's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 200% from 39 procedures in 2013 to 117 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. Wohlrab
How does Dr. Wohlrab's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Wohlrab has performed 117 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wohlrab ranks #43 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wohlrab perform?
Dr. Wohlrab performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (71 cases), hip replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wohlrab in Pinehurst?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Pinehurst 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. Wohlrab 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. Wohlrab's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 117 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wohlrab's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wohlrab's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 39 procedures in 2013 to 117 in the most recent data, a 200% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 124 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Wohlrab perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wohlrab's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (71 cases), hip replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Wohlrab among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wohlrab affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wohlrab is affiliated with Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Wohlrab compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pinehurst?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Pinehurst, Dr. Wohlrab ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Wohlrab is among the highest-volume surgeons in Pinehurst.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wohlrab practices?
Firsthealth Moore Regional 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 Pinehurst, North Carolina
Dr. Wohlrab's 117 Medicare procedures are above the Pinehurst average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pinehurst.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Moore | 203 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Casey | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Neil Conti | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ward Oakley | 48 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. James Marino | 43 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Brenner | 31 | Shoulder |
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