Dr. Kyle Schultz, D.O.
Contact & Location
574-264-0791
Elkhart, IN 46514
Dr. Schultz performs more hip replacement procedures than 3% of orthopedic surgeons in Indiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #124 of 128 ranked hip surgeons in Indiana.
About Dr. Schultz
Practice. Dr. Kyle Schultz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elkhart, Indiana. The latest annual CMS data records 11 hip replacements. That is #124 in Indiana for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Dr. Schultz first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 11 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Elkhart has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 11 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 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. Schultz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
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 Hip Replacement
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Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Schultz
How does Dr. Schultz's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Schultz has performed 11 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. Schultz ranks #221 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schultz perform?
Dr. Schultz's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schultz in Elkhart?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Elkhart 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. Schultz 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Schultz's total volume across all insurers at roughly 30 to 40 procedures against the 11 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schultz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schultz is affiliated with Elkhart General Hospital, Memorial Hospital Of South Bend.
How does Dr. Schultz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Elkhart?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Elkhart, Dr. Schultz ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Elkhart has 98 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schultz practices?
Elkhart General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hospital Of South Bend (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 Elkhart, Indiana
Dr. Schultz's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Elkhart average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Elkhart.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Craig Erekson | 98 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jacob Hinkley | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jon Smucker | 17 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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