Dr. Kenneth Brislin, MD
Dr. Kenneth Brislin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brislin has performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#129 in Pennsylvania) and 38 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 77 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Brislin performs near average in knee (39 vs 45 avg), above average in shoulder (38 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Brislin's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (39 cases) and shoulder replacements (38 cases).
Allentown is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Allentown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Brislin extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 77 in the most recent data, a 413% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Brislin's 39 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. Brislin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Allentown, PA 18104
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brislin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 413% from 15 procedures in 2014 to 77 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. Brislin
How does Dr. Brislin's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Brislin has performed 77 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brislin ranks #100 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brislin perform?
Dr. Brislin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases) and shoulder replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brislin in Allentown?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Allentown 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. Brislin 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. Brislin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 77 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brislin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brislin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2014 to 77 in the most recent data, a 413% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 77 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Brislin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brislin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), shoulder replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brislin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brislin is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital, St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem.
How does Dr. Brislin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Allentown?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Allentown, Dr. Brislin ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Allentown has 273 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brislin practices?
Lehigh Valley Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem (5 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 Allentown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Brislin's 77 Medicare procedures are below the Allentown average of 169. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Allentown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Pollice | 273 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Lebby | 253 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Brown | 211 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregor Hawk | 162 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Anbari | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Gilson | 81 | Hip, Knee |
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