Dr. Daniel Farrell, MD
Contact & Location
Overland Park, KS 66215
Dr. Daniel Farrell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Overland Park, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Farrell has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #67 in Kansas.
In Kansas, Dr. Farrell performs below average in knee (30 vs 64 avg).
Dr. Farrell's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 30 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.
Overland Park is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Overland Park area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Farrell's Medicare data spans 9 years, beginning in 2015. Volume peaked at 58 procedures in 2022 before settling at 30 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Farrell's 30 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Farrell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Farrell's recorded volume peaked at 58 procedures in 2022 and stood at 30 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Farrell
How does Dr. Farrell's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Farrell has performed 30 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kansas average is 81 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Farrell ranks #86 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Farrell perform?
Dr. Farrell's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 30 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Farrell in Overland Park?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Overland Park 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. Farrell 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. Farrell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Farrell's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Farrell's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 58 procedures in 2022 and was 30 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Farrell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Farrell is affiliated with Adventhealth South Overland Park, Inc, Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute, Overland Park Reg Med Ctr, Adventhealth Shawnee Mission.
How does Dr. Farrell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Overland Park?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Overland Park, Dr. Farrell ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Overland Park has 225 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Farrell practices?
Adventhealth South Overland Park, Inc (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Overland Park Reg Med Ctr (3 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 Overland Park, Kansas
Dr. Farrell's 30 Medicare procedures are below the Overland Park average of 130. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Overland Park.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Cameron Ledford | 225 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Salin | 224 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kelly Hendricks | 113 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Salava | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Abraham | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Latteier | 102 | Hip, Knee |
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