Dr. Kenneth Brislin, MD
Contact & Location
Allentown, PA 18104
Dr. Kenneth Brislin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Brislin has performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#159 in Pennsylvania) and 13 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 45 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Brislin performs below average in knee (32 vs 47 avg), below average in shoulder (13 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Brislin's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (32 cases) and shoulder replacements (13 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.
Dr. Brislin's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2014. Volume peaked at 77 procedures in 2023 before settling at 45 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Brislin's 32 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Brislin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brislin's recorded volume peaked at 77 procedures in 2023 and stood at 45 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 45 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. Brislin ranks #196 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brislin perform?
Dr. Brislin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases) and shoulder replacement (13 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 45 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brislin's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Brislin's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 77 procedures in 2023 and was 45 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Brislin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brislin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), shoulder replacement (13 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 #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Allentown has 285 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 45 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. Eric Lebby | 285 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Pollice | 239 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregor Hawk | 191 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jonathon Brown | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Gilson | 128 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Anbari | 124 | Hip, Knee |
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