Dr. Clifford Evans, D.O.
Dr. Clifford Evans is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kokomo, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Evans has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#126 in Indiana) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 39 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Evans performs below average in knee (27 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Evans's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Kokomo is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Kokomo area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Evans extend back to 2015, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 39 in the most recent data, a 117% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Evans's 27 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Evans Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Kokomo, IN 46902
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Evans's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 117% from 18 procedures in 2015 to 39 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. Evans
How does Dr. Evans's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Evans has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Indiana average is 60 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Evans ranks #133 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Evans perform?
Dr. Evans's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Evans in Kokomo?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Kokomo 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Evans 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. Evans's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Evans's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Evans's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2015 to 39 in the most recent data, a 117% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 42 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Evans perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Evans's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Evans affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Evans is affiliated with Community Howard Regional Health Inc, Ascension St Vincent Kokomo.
How does Dr. Evans compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kokomo?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Kokomo, Dr. Evans ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Evans is among the highest-volume surgeons in Kokomo.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Evans practices?
Community Howard Regional Health Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension St Vincent Kokomo (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Kokomo, Indiana
Dr. Evans's 39 Medicare procedures are above the Kokomo average of 32. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kokomo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Aaron Legrand | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Cody Shafer | 26 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Courtney Holland | 13 | Knee |
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