Dr. Daniel McKernan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wauseon, Ohio. In 2023, Dr. McKernan completed 28 knee replacements (#171 in Ohio), 19 shoulder replacements, and 11 hip replacements — totaling 58 Medicare-verified procedures.
Dr. McKernan's 58 Medicare procedures are near the Ohio median of 43. The state has 366 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. 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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
Hospital Affiliations
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. McKernan
How does Dr. McKernan's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. McKernan performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. McKernan ranks #134 out of 366 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 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Wauseon, Ohio
Compare Dr. McKernan's volume with other surgeons practicing in Wauseon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Spieles | 31 | Knee |
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