Dr. Scott Simmons, M.D.
Contact & Location
262-857-5000
Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Kenosha, WI 53142
Dr. Simmons performs more knee replacement procedures than 59% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #62 of 152 ranked knee surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Simmons
Practice. Dr. Scott Simmons is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. The latest annual CMS data records 33 knee replacements. That is #62 in Wisconsin for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 20 procedures a year to 33, up 65%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 33 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Pleasant Prairie has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 33 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Simmons Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Simmons's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 65% from 20 procedures in 2013 to 33 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Simmons
How does Dr. Simmons's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Simmons has performed 33 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. Simmons ranks #110 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Simmons perform?
Dr. Simmons's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 33 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Simmons in Pleasant Prairie?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Pleasant Prairie 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. Simmons represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Simmons's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 140 procedures against the 33 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Simmons's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Simmons's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2013 to 33 in the most recent data, a 65% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Simmons affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Simmons is affiliated with Aurora Medical Ctr Kenosha.
How does Dr. Simmons compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pleasant Prairie?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Pleasant Prairie, Dr. Simmons ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Simmons has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Simmons practices?
Aurora Medical Ctr Kenosha (4 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 Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Dr. Simmons's 33 Medicare procedures are above the Pleasant Prairie average of 28. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pleasant Prairie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alan Gegenheimer | 32 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mhd Alsawaf | 18 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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