Dr. Diana Kruse, M.D.
Contact & Location
608-644-0109
Sauk City, WI 53583
Dr. Kruse performs more joint replacement procedures than 2% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #185 of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Kruse
Practice. Dr. Diana Kruse is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sauk City, Wisconsin. The latest annual CMS data records 11 hip replacements. That is #113 in Wisconsin for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume peaked at 52 in 2016 and stands at 11 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 11 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 14 | 23 |
| 2014 | 0 | 27 |
| 2015 | 0 | 26 |
| 2016 | 25 | 27 |
| 2017 | 15 | 24 |
| 2018 | 17 | 18 |
| 2019 | 12 | 34 |
| 2020 | 12 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 21 | 0 |
| 2023 | 17 | 25 |
| 2024 | 11 | 0 |
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. 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. Kruse Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kruse's recorded volume peaked at 52 procedures in 2016 and stood at 11 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 Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kruse
How does Dr. Kruse's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Kruse has performed 11 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. Kruse ranks #185 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kruse perform?
Dr. Kruse's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Kruse's practice located?
Dr. Kruse practices in Sauk City, Wisconsin. The office is located at 208 Phillips Blvd, Sauk City, WI 53583. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Kruse for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kruse 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, which puts Dr. Kruse's total volume across all insurers at roughly 30 to 40 procedures against the 11 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. Kruse's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kruse's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 52 procedures in 2016 and was 11 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kruse affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kruse is affiliated with Sauk Prairie Hospital, Reedsburg Area Medical Center, Ssm Health St Clare Hospital - Baraboo.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kruse practices?
Sauk Prairie Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Reedsburg Area Medical Center (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). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Patient Resources & Verification
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