Dr. Chad Corrigan, MD
Contact & Location
316-631-1600
Wichita, KS 67226
About Dr. Corrigan
Dr. Chad Corrigan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wichita, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Corrigan performed 16 Medicare-verified hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #60 in Kansas.
In Kansas, Dr. Corrigan performs below the state average in hip (16 vs 40).
Dr. Corrigan's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 16 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
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. Corrigan extend back to 2016, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 16 in the most recent data, a 45% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Corrigan's 16 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 16 |
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. Corrigan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Corrigan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 45% from 11 procedures in 2016 to 16 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. Corrigan
How does Dr. Corrigan's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Corrigan has performed 16 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. Corrigan ranks #102 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Corrigan perform?
Dr. Corrigan's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Corrigan 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. Corrigan 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. Corrigan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Corrigan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Corrigan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2016 to 16 in the most recent data, a 45% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 24 procedures in 2020.
Which hospitals is Dr. Corrigan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Corrigan is affiliated with Wesley Medical Center, Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center, Kansas Medical Center Llc, William Newton Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Corrigan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wichita?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita, Dr. Corrigan ranks #20 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. Corrigan practices?
Wesley Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Kansas Medical Center Llc (2 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. Corrigan's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Wichita average of 178. 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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