Dr. Joseph Mueller, D.O.
Contact & Location
608-742-4131
Portage, WI 53901
About Dr. Mueller
Dr. Joseph Mueller is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Portage, Wisconsin. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Mueller performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#109 in Wisconsin) and 16 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 35 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Mueller performs below the state average in knee (19 vs 36), below the state average in hip (16 vs 29).
Dr. Mueller's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (19 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Dr. Mueller is the only orthopedic surgeon in Portage represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Mueller extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 35 in the most recent data, a 218% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Mueller's 19 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 11 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 12 |
| 2024 | 16 | 19 |
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. Mueller Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mueller's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 218% from 11 procedures in 2022 to 35 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. Mueller
How does Dr. Mueller's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Mueller has performed 35 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. Mueller ranks #106 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mueller perform?
Dr. Mueller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Where is Dr. Mueller's practice located?
Dr. Mueller practices in Portage, Wisconsin. The office is located at 2817 New Pinery Rd, Portage, WI 53901. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Mueller for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mueller 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. Mueller's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 35 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mueller's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mueller's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2022 to 35 in the most recent data, a 218% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 35 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Mueller perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mueller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mueller affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mueller is affiliated with Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mueller practices?
Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital (3 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.
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