Dr. Kipling Sharpe, M.D.
Dr. Kipling Sharpe is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gilbert, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Sharpe has performed 76 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#30 in Arizona) and 41 hip replacements, for a combined total of 117 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Sharpe performs above average in knee (76 vs 49 avg), near average in hip (41 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Sharpe's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (76 cases) and hip replacements (41 cases).
Gilbert is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gilbert area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sharpe extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 91 to 117 in the most recent data, a 29% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sharpe's 76 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. Sharpe Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sharpe's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 29% from 91 procedures in 2013 to 117 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sharpe
How does Dr. Sharpe's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Sharpe has performed 117 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Arizona average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sharpe ranks #35 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sharpe perform?
Dr. Sharpe's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases) and hip replacement (41 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sharpe in Gilbert?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gilbert 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 Arizona surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sharpe 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. Sharpe's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 117 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sharpe's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sharpe's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 91 procedures in 2013 to 117 in the most recent data, a 29% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 141 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Sharpe perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sharpe's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases), hip replacement (41 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Sharpe compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gilbert?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gilbert, Dr. Sharpe ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Gilbert has 200 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Gilbert, Arizona
Dr. Sharpe's 117 Medicare procedures are below the Gilbert average of 129. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gilbert.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Maxwell Thomas | 200 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Bryce | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Myerthall | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Earl Feng | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Woodruff | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Nelson | 71 | Hip, Knee |
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