Dr. Jon Banwart, M.D.
Contact & Location
479-553-3360
Bentonville, AR 72712
Dr. Banwart performs more knee replacement procedures than 96% of orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 76 ranked knee surgeons in Arkansas.
About Dr. Banwart
Practice. Dr. Jon Banwart is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bentonville, Arkansas. The latest annual CMS data records 134 knee replacements and 74 hip replacements, 208 procedures in all. That is #3 in Arkansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 165 and 269 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 134 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Bentonville has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Banwart also holds hospital privileges in AR and KS and MO, a practice that extends beyond Arkansas.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 57 | 127 |
| 2014 | 72 | 157 |
| 2015 | 95 | 154 |
| 2016 | 99 | 129 |
| 2017 | 101 | 130 |
| 2018 | 102 | 167 |
| 2019 | 111 | 137 |
| 2020 | 71 | 94 |
| 2021 | 92 | 118 |
| 2022 | 82 | 147 |
| 2023 | 77 | 160 |
| 2024 | 74 | 134 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Banwart Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Banwart's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 165 to 269 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Banwart
How does Dr. Banwart's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Banwart has performed 208 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Arkansas average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Banwart ranks #3 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Banwart perform?
Dr. Banwart's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (134 cases) and hip replacement (74 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Banwart with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Banwart ranks #3 in Arkansas for knee replacement with 134 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 89 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Banwart in Bentonville?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Bentonville 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 Arkansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Banwart 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Banwart's total volume across all insurers at roughly 700 to 880 procedures against the 208 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. Banwart's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Banwart's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 165 to 269 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Banwart perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Banwart's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (134 cases), hip replacement (74 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Banwart affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Banwart is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center, Mercy Specialty Hospital Southeast Kansas, Mercy Hospital Carthage, Mercy Hospital Joplin, Freeman Health System - Freeman West. Dr. Banwart maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Banwart practices?
Northwest Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mercy Specialty Hospital Southeast Kansas (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Hospital Carthage (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bentonville, Arkansas
Dr. Banwart's 208 Medicare procedures are above the Bentonville average of 156. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bentonville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ron Schechter | 104 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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