Dr. Rodney Brenneman, M.D.
Contact & Location
Lancaster, PA 17601
Dr. Rodney Brenneman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Brenneman has performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#119 in Pennsylvania) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 58 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Brenneman performs near average in knee (41 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Brenneman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (41 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Lancaster is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lancaster area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Brenneman extend back to 2016, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 58 in the most recent data, a 205% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Brenneman's 41 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Brenneman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brenneman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 205% from 19 procedures in 2016 to 58 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. Brenneman
How does Dr. Brenneman's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Brenneman has performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brenneman ranks #143 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brenneman perform?
Dr. Brenneman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brenneman in Lancaster?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster 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. Brenneman 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. Brenneman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brenneman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brenneman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2016 to 58 in the most recent data, a 205% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 63 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Brenneman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brenneman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brenneman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brenneman is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital, Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital, Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital.
How does Dr. Brenneman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster, Dr. Brenneman ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lancaster has 169 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brenneman practices?
Lancaster General Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital (5 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Dr. Brenneman's 58 Medicare procedures are below the Lancaster average of 108. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lancaster.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Renz | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Tocks | 127 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Young Jee | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Becker | 104 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Cooke | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Poorman | 97 | Hip, Knee |
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