Dr. Kenneth Berg, M.D.
Dr. Kenneth Berg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Glendale, Wisconsin. Dr. Berg has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#145 in Wisconsin) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 23 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Berg performs below average in knee (12 vs 37 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Berg's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (12 cases) and hip replacements (11 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. Berg extend back to 2020, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 23 in the most recent data, a 92% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Berg's 12 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. Berg Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Glendale, WI 53212
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Berg's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 92% from 12 procedures in 2020 to 23 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. Berg
How does Dr. Berg's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Berg has performed 23 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. Berg ranks #136 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Berg perform?
Dr. Berg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Berg 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. Berg 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. Berg's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 23 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Berg's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Berg's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2020 to 23 in the most recent data, a 92% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Berg perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Berg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Berg affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Berg is affiliated with Orthopaedic Hospital Of Wisconsin, Ascension Columbia St Mary'S Hospital Milwaukee Ca, Ascension Se Wisconsin Hospital - St Joseph Campus.
How does Dr. Berg compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Glendale?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Glendale, Dr. Berg ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Glendale has 88 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Berg practices?
Orthopaedic Hospital Of Wisconsin (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension Columbia St Mary'S Hospital Milwaukee Ca (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ascension Se Wisconsin Hospital - St Joseph Campus (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. Berg's 23 Medicare procedures are below the Glendale average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Glendale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Rory Wright | 88 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Kroner | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donald Middleton | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Kroner | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dean Ziegler | 28 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Todd Swenson | 19 | Knee |
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