Dr. Hongsheng Zhu, M.D.
Contact & Location
262-544-5311
Pewaukee, WI 53072
Dr. Zhu performs more knee replacement procedures than 21% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #119 of 152 ranked knee surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Zhu
Practice. Dr. Hongsheng Zhu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. The latest annual CMS data records 16 knee replacements. That is #119 in Wisconsin for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 16, up 33%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 16 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Pewaukee has 10 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 | 12 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 16 |
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. Zhu Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Zhu's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 33% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 16 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Zhu
How does Dr. Zhu's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Zhu has performed 16 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. Zhu ranks #153 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zhu perform?
Dr. Zhu's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zhu in Pewaukee?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Pewaukee 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. Zhu 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. Zhu's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 70 procedures against the 16 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. Zhu's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Zhu's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 16 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 16 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Zhu affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Zhu is affiliated with Prohealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Zhu compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pewaukee?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Pewaukee, Dr. Zhu ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pewaukee has 100 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Zhu practices?
Prohealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital (5 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 Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Dr. Zhu's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Pewaukee average of 67. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pewaukee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Holub | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mitchell Klement | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Bong | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Davies | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mick Kelly | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Schneider | 55 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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