Dr. Gulraiz Cheema, M.D.
Contact & Location
Hays, KS 67601
Dr. Gulraiz Cheema is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hays, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Cheema has completed 25 knee replacements (#71 in Kansas), 16 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, totaling 53 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Cheema performs below average in knee (25 vs 62 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 40 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Cheema performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (25 cases), followed by hip replacements (16) and shoulder replacements (12).
Hays is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Hays area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cheema extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 53 in the most recent data, a 152% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Cheema's 25 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Cheema Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cheema's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 152% from 21 procedures in 2014 to 53 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. Cheema
How does Dr. Cheema's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Cheema has performed 53 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. Cheema ranks #64 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cheema perform?
Dr. Cheema performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (16 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cheema in Hays?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Hays 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. Cheema 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. Cheema's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 53 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cheema's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cheema's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2014 to 53 in the most recent data, a 152% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 62 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Cheema perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cheema's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (16 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Cheema among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cheema affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cheema is affiliated with Hays Medical Center, Rooks County Health Center, Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cheema practices?
Hays Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Rooks County Health Center (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 Hays, Kansas
Dr. Cheema's 53 Medicare procedures are below the Hays average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hays.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Oluwaseun Akinbo | 107 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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