Dr. Rory Wright, MD
Dr. Rory Wright is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Glendale, Wisconsin. Dr. Wright has performed 57 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#22 in Wisconsin) and 31 hip replacements, for a combined total of 88 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Wright performs above average in knee (57 vs 37 avg), near average in hip (31 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Wright's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (57 cases) and hip replacements (31 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. Wright extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 70 to 88 in the most recent data, a 26% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wright's 57 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Wright Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Glendale, WI 53212
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wright's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 26% from 70 procedures in 2013 to 88 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wright
How does Dr. Wright's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Wright has performed 88 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Wisconsin average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wright ranks #29 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wright perform?
Dr. Wright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wright 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. Wright 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. Wright's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 88 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wright's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wright's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 70 procedures in 2013 to 88 in the most recent data, a 26% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 124 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Wright perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Wright compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Glendale?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Glendale, Dr. Wright ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Wright has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Glendale, Wisconsin
Dr. Wright's 88 Medicare procedures are above the Glendale average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Glendale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Kroner | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donald Middleton | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Kroner | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dean Ziegler | 28 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kenneth Berg | 23 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Swenson | 19 | Knee |
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