Dr. Kenneth Westerheide is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gahanna, Ohio. Dr. Westerheide has performed 15 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #73 in Ohio.
Dr. Westerheide has recorded 15 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Ohio has 378 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Westerheide's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 15 verified procedures in 2023. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Gahanna is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gahanna area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Westerheide
How does Dr. Westerheide's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Westerheide has performed 15 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. Westerheide ranks #343 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Westerheide perform?
Dr. Westerheide's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Westerheide in Gahanna?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Gahanna 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. Westerheide 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. Westerheide's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Gahanna, Ohio
Compare Dr. Westerheide's volume with other surgeons practicing in Gahanna.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joel Politi | 221 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Williard | 40 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Davison | 25 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Martin | 23 | Knee |
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