Dr. Aaron Carpiaux, M.D.
Contact & Location
608-234-7436
Madison, WI 53713
Baraboo, WI 53913
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Dr. Carpiaux performs more knee replacement procedures than 24% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #115 of 152 ranked knee surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Carpiaux
Practice. Dr. Aaron Carpiaux is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Madison, Wisconsin. The latest annual CMS data records 17 knee replacements. That is #115 in Wisconsin for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2020 to 2024, 4 years. Volume has held between 17 and 24 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 17 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Madison has 23 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 17 |
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 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. Carpiaux Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carpiaux's procedure volume has been consistent across 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 17 to 24 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Carpiaux
How does Dr. Carpiaux's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Carpiaux has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Wisconsin average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Carpiaux ranks #146 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carpiaux perform?
Dr. Carpiaux's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carpiaux in Madison?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Madison 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 Wisconsin surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Carpiaux 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Carpiaux's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 70 procedures against the 17 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. Carpiaux's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Carpiaux's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 17 to 24 procedures per year between 2020 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carpiaux affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carpiaux is affiliated with Marshfield Medical Center - Beaver Dam, Ssm Health St Clare Hospital - Baraboo, Unitypoint Health - Meriter, University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority.
How does Dr. Carpiaux compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Madison?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Madison, Dr. Carpiaux ranks #18 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Madison has 246 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carpiaux practices?
Marshfield Medical Center - Beaver Dam (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ssm Health St Clare Hospital - Baraboo (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Unitypoint Health - Meriter (4 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 Madison, Wisconsin
Dr. Carpiaux's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Madison average of 148. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Madison.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Nickel | 246 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Hennessy | 233 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Illgen | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rajit Chakravarty | 133 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Anderson | 112 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Livermore | 109 | Hip, Knee |
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