Dr. Benjamin Young, M.D.
Contact & Location
Wichita, KS 67235
Dr. Benjamin Young is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wichita, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Young has performed 59 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#40 in Kansas) and 37 hip replacements, for a combined total of 96 procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Young performs near average in knee (59 vs 62 avg), near average in hip (37 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Young's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (59 cases) and hip replacements (37 cases).
Wichita is home to 22 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Young extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 52 to 96 in the most recent data, a 85% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Young's 59 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Young Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Young's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 85% from 52 procedures in 2013 to 96 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. Young
How does Dr. Young's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Young has performed 96 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kansas average of 85 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Young ranks #41 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Young perform?
Dr. Young's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (59 cases) and hip replacement (37 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Young in Wichita?
Yes. There are 22 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. Young 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. Young's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 96 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Young's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Young's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 52 procedures in 2013 to 96 in the most recent data, a 85% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 109 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Young perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Young's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (59 cases), hip replacement (37 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Young affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Young is affiliated with Wesley Medical Center, Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital, Llc, Rock Regional Hospital, Llc, William Newton Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Young compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wichita?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita, Dr. Young ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wichita has 297 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Young practices?
Wesley Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital, Llc (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Rock Regional Hospital, Llc (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 Wichita, Kansas
Dr. Young's 96 Medicare procedures are below the Wichita average of 189. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wichita.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Shepherd | 297 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Pappademos | 237 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tarun Bhargava | 209 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Bron | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Damion Walker | 162 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Enns | 133 | Hip, Knee |
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