Dr. Kiel Pfefferle, M.D.
Dr. Kiel Pfefferle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Pfefferle has performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#102 in Ohio) and 33 hip replacements, for a combined total of 75 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Pfefferle performs near average in knee (42 vs 40 avg), near average in hip (33 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Pfefferle's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (42 cases) and hip replacements (33 cases).
Akron is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Akron area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Pfefferle extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 55 to 75 in the most recent data, a 36% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pfefferle's 42 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Pfefferle Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Akron, OH 44320
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pfefferle's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 36% from 55 procedures in 2015 to 75 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. Pfefferle
How does Dr. Pfefferle's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Pfefferle has performed 75 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pfefferle ranks #96 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pfefferle perform?
Dr. Pfefferle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases) and hip replacement (33 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pfefferle in Akron?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Akron 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. Pfefferle 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. Pfefferle's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 75 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pfefferle's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pfefferle's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 55 procedures in 2015 to 75 in the most recent data, a 36% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 75 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Pfefferle perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pfefferle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases), hip replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pfefferle affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pfefferle is affiliated with Summa Health System.
How does Dr. Pfefferle compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Akron?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Akron, Dr. Pfefferle ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Akron has 160 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pfefferle practices?
Summa Health System (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Akron, Ohio
Dr. Pfefferle's 75 Medicare procedures are below the Akron average of 86. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Akron.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Phillip Lewandowski | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ian Gradisar | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Curtis Noel | 93 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Ryan Combs | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Streit | 59 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Vrabec | 36 | Hip, Knee |
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