Dr. Brett Campbell, MD
Contact & Location
Reading, PA 19605
Dr. Brett Campbell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reading, Pennsylvania. Dr. Campbell has performed 14 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#184 in Pennsylvania) and 12 knee replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Campbell performs below average in hip (14 vs 37 avg), below average in knee (12 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Campbell's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (14 cases) and knee replacements (12 cases).
Reading is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Reading area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Campbell first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Campbell's 14 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. 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
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 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. Campbell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
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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