Dr. Bradley Klumb, D.O.
Dr. Bradley Klumb is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Marinette, Wisconsin. Dr. Klumb has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#143 in Wisconsin) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 24 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Klumb performs below average in knee (12 vs 37 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Klumb's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (12 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Dr. Klumb is the only orthopedic surgeon in Marinette represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Klumb extend back to 2019, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 24 in the most recent data, a 33% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Klumb's 12 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Klumb Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Marinette, WI 54143
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Klumb's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 33% from 18 procedures in 2019 to 24 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. Klumb
How does Dr. Klumb's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Klumb has performed 24 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Wisconsin average is 52 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Klumb ranks #131 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Klumb perform?
Dr. Klumb's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Klumb's practice located?
Dr. Klumb practices in Marinette, Wisconsin. The office is located at 3003 University Dr, Marinette, WI 54143. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Klumb for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Klumb 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. Klumb's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 24 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Klumb's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Klumb's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2019 to 24 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 30 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Klumb perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Klumb's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Klumb affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Klumb is affiliated with Aurora Medical Center Bay Area.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Klumb practices?
Aurora Medical Center Bay Area (3 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.
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