Dr. Daniel McKernan, M.D.
Dr. Daniel McKernan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wauseon, Ohio. Dr. McKernan has completed 28 knee replacements (#171 in Ohio), 19 shoulder replacements, and 11 hip replacements, totaling 58 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. McKernan performs below average in knee (28 vs 40 avg), below average in shoulder (19 vs 27 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 31 avg).
Dr. McKernan performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (28 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (19) and hip replacements (11).
Wauseon is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wauseon area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. McKernan extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 39 to 58 in the most recent data, a 49% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. McKernan's 28 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. McKernan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Wauseon, OH 43567
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McKernan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 49% from 39 procedures in 2013 to 58 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. McKernan
How does Dr. McKernan's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. McKernan has performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. McKernan ranks #137 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McKernan perform?
Dr. McKernan performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McKernan in Wauseon?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Wauseon 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. McKernan 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. McKernan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. McKernan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McKernan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 39 procedures in 2013 to 58 in the most recent data, a 49% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 83 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. McKernan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McKernan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. McKernan among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. McKernan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McKernan is affiliated with Fulton County Health Center, Community Hospitals And Wellness Centers, Henry County Hospital, Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McKernan practices?
Fulton County Health Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Community Hospitals And Wellness Centers (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Henry County Hospital, Inc (3 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 Wauseon, Ohio
Dr. McKernan's 58 Medicare procedures are above the Wauseon average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wauseon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Spieles | 31 | Knee |
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