Dr. Alexander Neel, M.D.
Contact & Location
620-672-1002
Pratt, KS 67124
Dodge City, KS 67801
Pratt, KS 67124
Dr. Neel performs more knee replacement procedures than 52% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #42 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Neel
Practice. Dr. Alexander Neel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pratt, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 57 knee replacements and 23 shoulder replacements, 80 procedures in all. That is #42 in Kansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 38 and 84 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 57 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Pratt has 2 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 | 47 | 12 |
| 2014 | 17 | 40 | 15 |
| 2015 | 0 | 56 | 16 |
| 2016 | 0 | 46 | 17 |
| 2017 | 0 | 58 | 21 |
| 2018 | 0 | 50 | 23 |
| 2019 | 0 | 59 | 25 |
| 2020 | 0 | 23 | 15 |
| 2021 | 0 | 42 | 18 |
| 2022 | 0 | 61 | 20 |
| 2023 | 0 | 46 | 21 |
| 2024 | 0 | 57 | 23 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Neel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Neel's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 38 to 84 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Neel
How does Dr. Neel's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Neel has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kansas average of 85 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Neel ranks #50 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Neel perform?
Dr. Neel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and shoulder replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Neel in Pratt?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Pratt 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 Kansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Neel 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Neel's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 330 procedures against the 80 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. Neel's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Neel's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 38 to 84 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Neel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Neel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Neel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Neel is affiliated with Pratt Regional Medical Center, St Catherine Hospital - Dodge City, Meade District Hospital, Southwest Medical Center, Kiowa County Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Neel practices?
Pratt Regional Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Catherine Hospital - Dodge City (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Meade District Hospital (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 Pratt, Kansas
Dr. Neel's 80 Medicare procedures are below the Pratt average of 103. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pratt.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ian Kovach | 125 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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