Dr. Przemyslaw Kamien, M.D.
Contact & Location
Baraboo, WI 53913
Dr. Przemyslaw Kamien is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Baraboo, Wisconsin. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Kamien has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #127 in Wisconsin.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Kamien performs below average in knee (15 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Kamien's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 15 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Kamien is the only orthopedic surgeon in Baraboo represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Kamien first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Kamien's 15 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Kamien Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kamien 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kamien
How does Dr. Kamien's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Kamien has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Wisconsin average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Kamien ranks #157 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kamien perform?
Dr. Kamien's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Kamien's practice located?
Dr. Kamien practices in Baraboo, Wisconsin. The office is located at 1626 Tuttle St, Baraboo, WI 53913. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Kamien for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kamien 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. Kamien's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kamien affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kamien is affiliated with Ssm Health St Clare Hospital - Baraboo, Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital, Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital - Madison.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kamien practices?
Ssm Health St Clare Hospital - Baraboo (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital - Madison (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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