Dr. Joel Hein, M.D.
Dr. Joel Hein is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Dr. Hein has performed 18 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#17 in Wisconsin) and 11 knee replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Hein performs below average in shoulder (18 vs 25 avg), below average in knee (11 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Hein's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (18 cases) and knee replacements (11 cases).
Green Bay is home to 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Green Bay area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hein extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 29 in the most recent data, a 53% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hein's 18 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Hein Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Green Bay, WI 54311
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hein's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 53% from 19 procedures in 2016 to 29 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. Hein
How does Dr. Hein's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Hein has performed 29 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. Hein ranks #119 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hein perform?
Dr. Hein's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (18 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hein with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Hein ranks #17 in Wisconsin for shoulder replacement with 18 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 185 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hein in Green Bay?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Green Bay 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. Hein 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. Hein's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 29 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hein's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hein's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2016 to 29 in the most recent data, a 53% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 43 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Hein perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hein's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (18 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hein affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hein is affiliated with Door County Medical Center, St Marys Hospital Medical Ctr.
How does Dr. Hein compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Green Bay?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Green Bay, Dr. Hein ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Green Bay has 111 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hein practices?
Door County Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Marys Hospital Medical Ctr (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 Green Bay, Wisconsin
Dr. Hein's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Green Bay average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Green Bay.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kirk Dimitris | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Schnaubelt | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Tressler | 86 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kenneth Kleist | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Walker Flannery | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Colligan | 55 | Hip, Knee |
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