Dr. Michael Ziegele, MD
Contact & Location
Appleton, WI 54911
Dr. Michael Ziegele is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Appleton, Wisconsin. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Ziegele has performed 56 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#27 in Wisconsin) and 25 hip replacements, for a combined total of 81 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Ziegele performs above average in knee (56 vs 36 avg), near average in hip (25 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Ziegele's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (56 cases) and hip replacements (25 cases).
Appleton is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Appleton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ziegele first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ziegele's 56 verified procedures is above 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. Ziegele Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ziegele has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Ziegele
How does Dr. Ziegele's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Ziegele has performed 81 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Wisconsin average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ziegele ranks #30 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ziegele perform?
Dr. Ziegele's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (56 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ziegele in Appleton?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Appleton 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. Ziegele 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. Ziegele's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 81 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Ziegele perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ziegele's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (56 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ziegele affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ziegele is affiliated with Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Appleton Inc, Thedacare Medical Center - Waupaca Inc, Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Neenah Inc, Thedacare Medical Center - Berlin Inc, Thedacare Medical Center New London.
How does Dr. Ziegele compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Appleton?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Appleton, Dr. Ziegele ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ziegele is among the highest-volume surgeons in Appleton.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ziegele practices?
Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Appleton Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Neenah Inc (5 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 Appleton, Wisconsin
Dr. Ziegele's 81 Medicare procedures are above the Appleton average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Appleton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Liebelt | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Conrad | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Limoni | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Shawn Hennigan | 59 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Lohrbach | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Kuplic | 32 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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