Dr. Alexander Wendling, MD
Dr. Alexander Wendling is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wichita, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Wendling has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#73 in Kansas) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Wendling performs below average in knee (26 vs 64 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Wendling's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (26 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Wichita is home to 28 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wichita area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Wendling first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Wendling's 26 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. Wendling Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Contact & Location
Wichita, KS 67214
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Wendling
How does Dr. Wendling's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Wendling has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kansas average is 81 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Wendling ranks #76 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wendling perform?
Dr. Wendling's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wendling in Wichita?
Yes. There are 28 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita 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. Wendling 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. Wendling's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Wendling perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wendling's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wendling affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wendling is affiliated with Boone Hospital Center, Bothwell Regional Health Center, University Of Missouri Health Care, Scotland County Hospital, Lake Regional Health System. Dr. Wendling maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Wendling compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wichita?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita, Dr. Wendling ranks #16 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wichita has 307 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wendling practices?
Boone Hospital Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bothwell Regional Health Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); University Of Missouri Health Care (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 Wichita, Kansas
Dr. Wendling's 38 Medicare procedures are below the Wichita average of 186. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wichita.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Shepherd | 307 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Pappademos | 241 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tarun Bhargava | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Anderson | 183 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Bron | 170 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Damion Walker | 152 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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