Dr. Louis Keppler, MD
Dr. Louis Keppler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mayfield Heights, Ohio. Dr. Keppler has performed 61 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#64 in Ohio) and 29 hip replacements, for a combined total of 90 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Keppler performs above average in knee (61 vs 40 avg), near average in hip (29 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Keppler's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (61 cases) and hip replacements (29 cases).
Dr. Keppler is the only orthopedic surgeon in Mayfield Heights represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Keppler extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 53 to 90 in the most recent data, a 70% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Keppler's 61 verified procedures is above 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. Keppler Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Keppler's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 70% from 53 procedures in 2013 to 90 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. Keppler
How does Dr. Keppler's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Keppler has performed 90 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Keppler ranks #72 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Keppler perform?
Dr. Keppler's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (61 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Where is Dr. Keppler's practice located?
Dr. Keppler practices in Mayfield Heights, Ohio. The office is located at 300 Allen Bradley Dr Ste 200, Mayfield Heights, OH 44124. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Keppler for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Keppler 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. Keppler's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 90 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Keppler's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Keppler's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 53 procedures in 2013 to 90 in the most recent data, a 70% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 90 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Keppler perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Keppler's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (61 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Keppler affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Keppler is affiliated with Southwest General Health Center, Cleveland Clinic, Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, Uh Cleveland Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Keppler practices?
Southwest General Health Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cleveland Clinic (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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