Dr. Daniel Prohaska, M.D.
Contact & Location
316-631-1600
Wichita, KS 67226
Dr. Prohaska performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 92% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 39 ranked shoulder surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Prohaska
Practice. Dr. Daniel Prohaska is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wichita, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 67 shoulder replacements. That is #3 in Kansas for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 67, up 458%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 67 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 29. That is #140 nationally.
Local context. Wichita has 22 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 49 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 54 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 49 |
| 2024 | 67 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Prohaska Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Prohaska's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 458% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 67 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Prohaska
How does Dr. Prohaska's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Prohaska has performed 67 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. Prohaska ranks #55 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Prohaska perform?
Dr. Prohaska's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 67 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Prohaska with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Prohaska ranks #3 in Kansas for shoulder replacement with 67 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 110 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Prohaska 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. Prohaska 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Prohaska's total volume across all insurers at roughly 180 to 230 procedures against the 67 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. Prohaska's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Prohaska's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 67 in the most recent data, a 458% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 67 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Prohaska affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Prohaska is affiliated with Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center, Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital, St Catherine Hospital - Dodge City, Greenwood County Hospital, Newman Regional Health.
How does Dr. Prohaska compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wichita?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita, Dr. Prohaska ranks #12 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. Prohaska practices?
Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Catherine Hospital - Dodge City (2 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Wichita, Kansas
Dr. Prohaska's 67 Medicare procedures are below the Wichita average of 185. 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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