Dr. Byron Grauerholz, M.D.
Contact & Location
785-823-2215
Salina, KS 67401
Dr. Grauerholz performs more knee replacement procedures than 28% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #64 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Grauerholz
Practice. Dr. Byron Grauerholz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salina, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 31 knee replacements. That is #64 in Kansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 17 procedures a year to 31, up 82%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 31 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Salina has 4 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 31 |
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. 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. Grauerholz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Grauerholz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 82% from 17 procedures in 2017 to 31 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. Grauerholz
How does Dr. Grauerholz's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Grauerholz has performed 31 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kansas average is 85 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Grauerholz ranks #82 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Grauerholz perform?
Dr. Grauerholz's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 31 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Grauerholz in Salina?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Salina 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. Grauerholz 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, which puts Dr. Grauerholz's total volume across all insurers at roughly 110 to 130 procedures against the 31 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. Grauerholz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Grauerholz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2017 to 31 in the most recent data, a 82% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 32 procedures in 2019.
Which hospitals is Dr. Grauerholz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Grauerholz is affiliated with Salina Surgical Hospital, Citizens Medical Center, Ellsworth County Medical Center, Salina Regional Health Center, Lindsborg Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Grauerholz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salina?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Salina, Dr. Grauerholz ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Grauerholz is among the highest-volume surgeons in Salina.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Grauerholz practices?
Salina Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Citizens Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ellsworth County Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Salina, Kansas
Dr. Grauerholz's 31 Medicare procedures are below the Salina average of 96. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salina.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Todd Herrenbruck | 203 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Travis Rump | 128 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gary Harbin | 23 | Knee |
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