Dr. Andrew Nelson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Andrew Nelson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Galena, Kansas. In 2023, Dr. Nelson performed 70 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#33 in Kansas) and 59 hip replacements (#10 in Kansas), for a combined total of 129 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Kansas.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
70 verified cases
#33 in Kansas
Hip Replacement
59 verified cases
#10 in Kansas

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Nelson

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (129 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Nelson, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 620-783-4441
444 Four States Dr Ste 1
Galena, KS 66739
NPI: 1861810541
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 12 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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