Dr. Burrel Gaddy, M.D.
Contact & Location
913-319-7600
Merriam, KS 66204
Dr. Gaddy performs more knee replacement procedures than 51% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #43 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Gaddy
Practice. Dr. Burrel Gaddy is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Merriam, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 57 knee replacements and 22 hip replacements, 79 procedures in all. That is #43 in Kansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 65 procedures a year to 79, up 22%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 57 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Merriam 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 23 | 42 |
| 2014 | 25 | 50 |
| 2015 | 29 | 42 |
| 2016 | 26 | 57 |
| 2017 | 30 | 49 |
| 2018 | 34 | 52 |
| 2019 | 21 | 45 |
| 2020 | 26 | 36 |
| 2021 | 33 | 45 |
| 2022 | 16 | 29 |
| 2023 | 24 | 44 |
| 2024 | 22 | 57 |
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, 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. Gaddy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gaddy's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 22% from 65 procedures in 2013 to 79 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gaddy
How does Dr. Gaddy's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Gaddy has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kansas average of 85 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gaddy ranks #51 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gaddy perform?
Dr. Gaddy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gaddy in Merriam?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Merriam 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. Gaddy 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Gaddy's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 340 procedures against the 79 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. Gaddy's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gaddy's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 65 procedures in 2013 to 79 in the most recent data, a 22% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 86 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Gaddy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gaddy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gaddy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gaddy is affiliated with Adventhealth Shawnee Mission, Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute, Adventhealth South Overland Park, Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gaddy practices?
Adventhealth Shawnee Mission (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Adventhealth South Overland Park, Inc (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 Merriam, Kansas
Dr. Gaddy's 79 Medicare procedures are above the Merriam average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Merriam.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Sharpe | 39 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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