Dr. John Badylak, M.D.
Dr. John Badylak is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Badylak has completed 19 knee replacements (#117 in Wisconsin), 14 shoulder replacements, and 12 hip replacements, totaling 45 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Badylak performs below average in knee (19 vs 37 avg), below average in shoulder (14 vs 25 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Badylak performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (19 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (14) and hip replacements (12).
Madison is home to 17 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. Badylak's Medicare data spans 9 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2015 before settling at 45 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Badylak'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. Badylak Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Madison, WI 53711
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Badylak's recorded volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2015 and stood at 45 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Badylak
How does Dr. Badylak's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Badylak has performed 45 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Wisconsin average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Badylak ranks #81 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Badylak perform?
Dr. Badylak performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (19 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Badylak in Madison?
Yes. There are 17 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. Badylak 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. Badylak's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 45 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Badylak's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Badylak's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2015 and was 45 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. Badylak perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Badylak's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Badylak among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Badylak affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Badylak is affiliated with Medical City Denton, Medical City Alliance. Dr. Badylak maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Badylak compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Madison?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Madison, Dr. Badylak ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Madison has 235 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Badylak practices?
Medical City Denton (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Medical City Alliance (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Madison, Wisconsin
Dr. Badylak's 45 Medicare procedures are below the Madison average of 148. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Madison.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Nickel | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Illgen | 206 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Hennessy | 204 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Anderson | 137 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Grogan | 114 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Livermore | 94 | Hip, Knee |
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