Dr. Brian Keyes, DO
Contact & Location
Madison, WI 53713
Dr. Brian Keyes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Madison, Wisconsin. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Keyes has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#106 in Wisconsin) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 31 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Keyes performs below average in knee (20 vs 36 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Keyes's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Madison is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Madison area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Keyes's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2014. Volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2021 before settling at 31 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Keyes's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Keyes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Keyes's recorded volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2021 and stood at 31 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Keyes
How does Dr. Keyes's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Keyes has performed 31 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. Keyes ranks #118 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Keyes perform?
Dr. Keyes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Keyes 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. Keyes 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. Keyes's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Keyes's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Keyes's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2021 and was 31 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Keyes perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Keyes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Keyes affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Keyes is affiliated with Edgerton Hospital And Health Services, Upland Hills Health, Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital - Janesville, Mercy Health System Corp, Beloit Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Keyes compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Madison?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Madison, Dr. Keyes ranks #15 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. Keyes practices?
Upland Hills Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital - Janesville (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. Keyes's 31 Medicare procedures are below the Madison average of 150. 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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