Dr. Christopher Eckland, D.O.
Contact & Location
913-232-9846
Leawood, KS 66224
Paola, KS 66071
Kansas City, KS 66112
Leavenworth, KS 66048
Paola, KS 66071
Dr. Eckland performs more knee replacement procedures than 32% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #60 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Eckland
Practice. Dr. Christopher Eckland is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Leawood, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 36 knee replacements. That is #60 in Kansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 22 procedures a year to 36, up 64%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 36 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Leawood has 15 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 22 | 0 |
| 2014 | 21 | 0 |
| 2015 | 14 | 0 |
| 2016 | 20 | 0 |
| 2017 | 44 | 0 |
| 2018 | 29 | 11 |
| 2019 | 11 | 0 |
| 2020 | 28 | 0 |
| 2021 | 28 | 0 |
| 2022 | 33 | 0 |
| 2023 | 25 | 0 |
| 2024 | 36 | 0 |
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. Eckland Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Eckland's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 64% from 22 procedures in 2013 to 36 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. Eckland
How does Dr. Eckland's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Eckland has performed 36 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. Eckland ranks #79 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Eckland perform?
Dr. Eckland's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 36 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Eckland in Leawood?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Leawood 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. Eckland 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. Eckland's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 160 procedures against the 36 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. Eckland's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Eckland's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2013 to 36 in the most recent data, a 64% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 44 procedures in 2017.
Which hospitals is Dr. Eckland affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Eckland is affiliated with Anderson County Hospital, Saint Luke'S South Hospital, Adventhealth South Overland Park, Inc, The Univ Of Ks Health System Paola Hospital, Allen County Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Eckland compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Leawood?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Leawood, Dr. Eckland ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Leawood has 175 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Eckland practices?
Saint Luke'S South Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to 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 Leawood, Kansas
Dr. Eckland's 36 Medicare procedures are below the Leawood average of 118. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Leawood.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Cook | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Wingerter | 157 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Ting | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Rasmussen | 126 | Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Stueve | 117 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Rasmussen | 67 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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