Dr. Kenneth Kleist, MD
Contact & Location
Green Bay, WI 54304
Dr. Kenneth Kleist is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Green Bay, Wisconsin. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Kleist has performed 53 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#30 in Wisconsin) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 67 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Kleist performs above average in knee (53 vs 36 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Kleist's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 79% of reported Medicare volume.
Green Bay is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Green Bay area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kleist extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 49 to 67 in the most recent data, a 37% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kleist's 53 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Kleist Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kleist's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 37% from 49 procedures in 2013 to 67 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. Kleist
How does Dr. Kleist's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Kleist has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Wisconsin average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kleist ranks #51 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kleist perform?
Dr. Kleist's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kleist in Green Bay?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Green Bay 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. Kleist 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. Kleist's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 67 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kleist's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kleist's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 49 procedures in 2013 to 67 in the most recent data, a 37% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 70 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Kleist perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kleist's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kleist affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kleist is affiliated with Bellin Memorial Hospital, Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Appleton Inc.
How does Dr. Kleist compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Green Bay?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Green Bay, Dr. Kleist ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Green Bay has 100 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kleist practices?
Bellin Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Appleton Inc (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 Green Bay, Wisconsin
Dr. Kleist's 67 Medicare procedures are below the Green Bay average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Green Bay.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kirk Dimitris | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Schnaubelt | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Tressler | 81 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Chad Zehms | 72 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Walker Flannery | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Colligan | 51 | Hip, Knee |
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