Dr. Brad Brautigan, M.D.
Dr. Brad Brautigan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Zanesville, Ohio. Dr. Brautigan has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#212 in Ohio) and 20 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Brautigan performs below average in knee (21 vs 40 avg), below average in shoulder (20 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Brautigan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and shoulder replacements (20 cases).
Zanesville is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Zanesville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Brautigan extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 27 to 41 in the most recent data, a 52% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Brautigan's 21 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Brautigan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Zanesville, OH 43701
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brautigan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 52% from 27 procedures in 2013 to 41 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. Brautigan
How does Dr. Brautigan's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Brautigan has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Brautigan ranks #195 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brautigan perform?
Dr. Brautigan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and shoulder replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brautigan in Zanesville?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Zanesville 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Brautigan 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. Brautigan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brautigan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brautigan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2013 to 41 in the most recent data, a 52% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 54 procedures in 2015.
Does Dr. Brautigan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brautigan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brautigan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brautigan is affiliated with Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital, Genesis Hospital.
How does Dr. Brautigan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Zanesville?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Zanesville, Dr. Brautigan ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Brautigan is among the highest-volume surgeons in Zanesville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brautigan practices?
Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Genesis Hospital (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 Zanesville, Ohio
Dr. Brautigan's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Zanesville average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Zanesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Benjamin Pulley | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Kimberly | 35 | Knee |
| Dr. Thai Trinh | 14 | Shoulder |
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