Dr. Brett Campbell, M.D.
Contact & Location
610-378-2996
Reading, PA 19605
Lancaster, PA 17603
Dr. Campbell performs more hip replacement procedures than 11% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #184 of 208 ranked hip surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Campbell
Practice. Dr. Brett Campbell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reading, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 14 hip replacements and 12 knee replacements, 26 procedures in all. That is #184 in Pennsylvania for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2017.
Trend. Dr. Campbell first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 14 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Reading has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 26 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Campbell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Campbell
How does Dr. Campbell's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Campbell has performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Campbell ranks #276 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Campbell perform?
Dr. Campbell's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (14 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Campbell in Reading?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Reading 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Campbell represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Campbell's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 110 procedures against the 26 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Does Dr. Campbell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Campbell's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (14 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Campbell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Campbell is affiliated with Penn State Health St. Joseph, Milton S Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center, Lancaster General Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Campbell practices?
Penn State Health St. Joseph (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Milton S Hershey Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Reading, Pennsylvania
Dr. Campbell's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Reading average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Reading.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Stelmach | 132 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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