Dr. Keith Berend, MD
Dr. Keith Berend is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Albany, Ohio. Dr. Berend has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#159 in Ohio) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Berend performs below average in knee (29 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Berend's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
New Albany is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New Albany area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Berend's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 313 procedures in 2020 before settling at 47 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Berend's 29 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. Berend Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
New Albany, OH 43054
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Berend's recorded volume peaked at 313 procedures in 2020 and stood at 47 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Berend
How does Dr. Berend's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Berend has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Berend ranks #172 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Berend perform?
Dr. Berend's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Berend in New Albany?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in New Albany 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. Berend 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. Berend's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Berend's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Berend's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 313 procedures in 2020 and was 47 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Berend perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Berend's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Berend compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New Albany?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in New Albany, Dr. Berend ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New Albany has 274 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in New Albany, Ohio
Dr. Berend's 47 Medicare procedures are below the New Albany average of 152. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New Albany.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Adolph Lombardi | 274 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Morris | 188 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Crawford | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Hurst | 169 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Zackary Byrd | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Cannone | 88 | Hip, Knee |
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