Dr. Michael Kern is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Kern has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#141 in Tennessee) and 17 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 34 procedures.
Dr. Kern has recorded 34 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Tennessee has 214 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Kern's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (17 cases) and shoulder replacements (17 cases).
Knoxville is home to 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Knoxville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kern
How does Dr. Kern's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Kern has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Kern ranks #139 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kern perform?
Dr. Kern's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases) and shoulder replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kern in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kern 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. Kern's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 34 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Knoxville, Tennessee
Compare Dr. Kern's volume with other surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 341 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 155 | Hip, Knee |
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