Dr. Gulraiz Cheema, M.D.
Contact & Location
785-261-7599
Hays, KS 67601
Dr. Cheema performs more knee replacement procedures than 20% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #71 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Cheema
Practice. Dr. Gulraiz Cheema is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hays, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 25 knee replacements, 16 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, 53 procedures in all. That is #71 in Kansas for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 21 procedures a year to 53, up 152%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 25 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Hays has 2 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 21 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 40 | 0 |
| 2018 | 20 | 35 | 0 |
| 2019 | 22 | 26 | 0 |
| 2020 | 13 | 24 | 0 |
| 2021 | 16 | 31 | 0 |
| 2022 | 22 | 40 | 0 |
| 2023 | 18 | 30 | 0 |
| 2024 | 16 | 25 | 12 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 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. 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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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 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Cheema's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 210 procedures against the 53 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. 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, Graham County Hospital, Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital, Pawnee Valley Community 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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