Dr. Scott Schneider, M.D.
Dr. Scott Schneider is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Schneider has completed 41 knee replacements (#44 in Wisconsin), 21 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 73 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Schneider performs near average in knee (41 vs 37 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 29 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 25 avg).
Dr. Schneider performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (41 cases), followed by hip replacements (21) and shoulder replacements (11).
Pewaukee is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pewaukee area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Schneider extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 53 to 73 in the most recent data, a 38% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Schneider's 41 verified procedures is near 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. Schneider Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Pewaukee, WI 53072
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schneider's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 38% from 53 procedures in 2013 to 73 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. Schneider
How does Dr. Schneider's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Schneider has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Wisconsin average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schneider ranks #43 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schneider perform?
Dr. Schneider performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schneider in Pewaukee?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Pewaukee 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. Schneider 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. Schneider's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 73 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Schneider's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Schneider's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 53 procedures in 2013 to 73 in the most recent data, a 38% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 90 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Schneider perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schneider's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Schneider among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schneider affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schneider is affiliated with Prohealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Schneider compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pewaukee?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Pewaukee, Dr. Schneider ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pewaukee has 94 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schneider practices?
Prohealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital (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 Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Dr. Schneider's 73 Medicare procedures are above the Pewaukee average of 69. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pewaukee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mitchell Klement | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Holub | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Bong | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Davies | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mick Kelly | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rick Papandrea | 36 | Shoulder |
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