Dr. Kariline Bringe, M.D.
Contact & Location
608-785-0940
La Crosse, WI 54601
Roanoke, VA 24014
Rochestr, MN 55905
Dr. Bringe performs more knee replacement procedures than 78% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #32 of 152 ranked knee surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Bringe
Practice. Dr. Kariline Bringe is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The latest annual CMS data records 52 knee replacements and 47 hip replacements, 99 procedures in all. That is #32 in Wisconsin for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2013.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 7 years. Volume rose from 50 procedures a year to 99, up 98%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 52 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. La Crosse has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Bringe also holds hospital privileges in WI and MN and IA, a practice that extends beyond Wisconsin.
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 | 18 | 32 |
| 2019 | 71 | 87 |
| 2020 | 15 | 12 |
| 2021 | 0 | 21 |
| 2022 | 14 | 22 |
| 2023 | 36 | 37 |
| 2024 | 47 | 52 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Bringe Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bringe's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 98% from 50 procedures in 2018 to 99 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bringe
How does Dr. Bringe's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Bringe has performed 99 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Wisconsin average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bringe ranks #23 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bringe perform?
Dr. Bringe's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases) and hip replacement (47 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bringe in La Crosse?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in La Crosse 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. Bringe represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Bringe's total volume across all insurers at roughly 330 to 410 procedures against the 99 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Bringe's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bringe's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 50 procedures in 2018 to 99 in the most recent data, a 98% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 158 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Bringe perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bringe's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases), hip replacement (47 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bringe affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bringe is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In La Crosse, Mayo Clinic Health System In Sparta, Winona Health Services, Crossing Rivers Health Medical Center, Veterans Memorial Hospital. Dr. Bringe maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Bringe compare to other orthopedic surgeons in La Crosse?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in La Crosse, Dr. Bringe ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bringe is among the highest-volume surgeons in La Crosse.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bringe practices?
Mayo Clinic Health System In La Crosse (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Winona Health Services (2 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 La Crosse, Wisconsin
Dr. Bringe's 99 Medicare procedures are above the La Crosse average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in La Crosse.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Topolski | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Whalen | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Nolte | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Klein | 52 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Kuzma | 25 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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