Dr. John Neilson, M.D.
Dr. John Neilson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Neilson has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#126 in Wisconsin) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Neilson performs below average in knee (15 vs 37 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Neilson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (15 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Milwaukee is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Milwaukee area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Neilson extend back to 2014, covering 10 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. Neilson's 15 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. Neilson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Milwaukee, WI 53226
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Neilson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 53% from 19 procedures in 2014 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. Neilson
How does Dr. Neilson's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Neilson 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. Neilson ranks #117 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Neilson perform?
Dr. Neilson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Neilson in Milwaukee?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Milwaukee 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. Neilson 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. Neilson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 29 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Neilson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Neilson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2014 to 29 in the most recent data, a 53% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Neilson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Neilson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Neilson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Neilson is affiliated with Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital, Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital.
How does Dr. Neilson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Milwaukee?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Milwaukee, Dr. Neilson ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Milwaukee has 191 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Neilson practices?
Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital (1 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 Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Dr. Neilson's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Milwaukee average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Milwaukee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Evanich | 191 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Webber | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Navjot Kohli | 64 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Jost | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Witten | 38 | Hip, Knee |
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