Dr. Sean Kraekel, M.D.
Contact & Location
703-810-5210
Alexandria, VA 22310
Houston, TX 77070
Washington, DC 20037
Dr. Kraekel performs more hip replacement procedures than 37% of orthopedic surgeons in Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #79 of 126 ranked hip surgeons in Virginia.
About Dr. Kraekel
Practice. Dr. Sean Kraekel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Alexandria, Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 32 hip replacements and 20 knee replacements, 52 procedures in all. That is #79 in Virginia for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2013.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 6 years. Volume has held between 11 and 81 procedures a year.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 32 procedures is near the national average of 36.
Local context. Alexandria has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 20 | 30 |
| 2019 | 29 | 52 |
| 2020 | 11 | 0 |
| 2021 | 22 | 24 |
| 2022 | 15 | 28 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 32 | 20 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Kraekel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kraekel's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 81 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kraekel
How does Dr. Kraekel's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Kraekel has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 82 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Kraekel ranks #116 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kraekel perform?
Dr. Kraekel's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (32 cases) and knee replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kraekel in Alexandria?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Alexandria 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kraekel represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Kraekel's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 210 procedures against the 52 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Kraekel's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kraekel's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 81 procedures per year between 2018 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Kraekel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kraekel's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (32 cases), knee replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kraekel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kraekel is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kraekel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Alexandria?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Alexandria, Dr. Kraekel ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Alexandria has 248 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kraekel practices?
Inova Alexandria Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Virginia Hospital Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Inova Mount Vernon Hospital (3 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 Alexandria, Virginia
Dr. Kraekel's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Alexandria average of 118. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Alexandria.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Hamilton | 248 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Fricka | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig McAsey | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Martinelli | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Thompson | 25 | Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Bigach | 20 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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