Dr. Kent Lowry, M.D.
Dr. Kent Lowry is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rhinelander, Wisconsin. Dr. Lowry has performed 25 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#53 in Wisconsin) and 18 knee replacements, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Lowry performs near average in hip (25 vs 29 avg), below average in knee (18 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Lowry's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (25 cases) and knee replacements (18 cases).
Rhinelander is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Rhinelander area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Lowry extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 43 in the most recent data, a 258% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Lowry's 25 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Lowry Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Rhinelander, WI 54501
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lowry's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 258% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 43 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. Lowry
How does Dr. Lowry's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Lowry has performed 43 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Wisconsin average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lowry ranks #83 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lowry perform?
Dr. Lowry's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases) and knee replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lowry in Rhinelander?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Rhinelander 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. Lowry 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. Lowry's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lowry's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lowry's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 43 in the most recent data, a 258% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 49 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Lowry perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lowry's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases), knee replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lowry affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lowry is affiliated with Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Aspirus Eagle River Hospital, Howard Young Medical Ctr, Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lowry practices?
Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Howard Young Medical Ctr (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Dr. Lowry's 43 Medicare procedures are above the Rhinelander average of 31. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rhinelander.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gregory Harbach | 19 | Knee |
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