Dr. Joseph Puccinelli, M.D.
Contact & Location
Glendale, WI 53217
Dr. Joseph Puccinelli is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Glendale, Wisconsin. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Puccinelli has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#129 in Wisconsin) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Puccinelli performs below average in knee (14 vs 36 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Puccinelli's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (14 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Glendale is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Glendale area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Puccinelli extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 26 in the most recent data, a 117% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Puccinelli's 14 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)
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. Puccinelli Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Puccinelli's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 117% from 12 procedures in 2014 to 26 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. Puccinelli
How does Dr. Puccinelli's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Puccinelli has performed 26 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. Puccinelli ranks #125 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Puccinelli perform?
Dr. Puccinelli's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Puccinelli in Glendale?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Glendale 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. Puccinelli 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. Puccinelli's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Puccinelli's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Puccinelli's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2014 to 26 in the most recent data, a 117% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 32 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Puccinelli perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Puccinelli's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Puccinelli affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Puccinelli is affiliated with Marshfield Medical Center - Beaver Dam, University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority.
How does Dr. Puccinelli compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Glendale?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Glendale, Dr. Puccinelli ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Glendale has 50 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Puccinelli practices?
Marshfield Medical Center - Beaver Dam (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority (4 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 Glendale, Wisconsin
Dr. Puccinelli's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Glendale average of 35. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Glendale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Donald Middleton | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Kroner | 48 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Kroner | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dean Ziegler | 33 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Rory Wright | 20 | Knee |
| Dr. Todd Swenson | 19 | Knee |
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