Knee
Dr. Gregory Harbach, MD
Dr. Gregory Harbach is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rhinelander, Wisconsin. Dr. Harbach has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #116 in Wisconsin.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Harbach performs below average in knee (19 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Harbach's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 19 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Rhinelander is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Rhinelander area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Harbach first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Harbach's 19 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Harbach Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Rhinelander, WI 54501
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Harbach
How does Dr. Harbach's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Harbach has performed 19 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. Harbach ranks #145 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Harbach perform?
Dr. Harbach's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Harbach in Rhinelander?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Rhinelander 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. Harbach 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. Harbach's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 19 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Dr. Harbach's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Rhinelander average of 31. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rhinelander.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kent Lowry | 43 | Hip, Knee |
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