Dr. Heidi Smith, D.O.
Dr. Heidi Smith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Manhattan, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Smith has performed 45 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#53 in Kansas) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Smith performs below average in knee (45 vs 64 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Smith's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 80% of reported Medicare volume.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Smith holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Manhattan is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Manhattan area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Smith first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Smith's 45 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Smith Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Contact & Location
Manhattan, KS 66502
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Smith has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Smith
How does Dr. Smith's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Smith has performed 56 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. Smith ranks #59 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Smith perform?
Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Smith in Manhattan?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Manhattan 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. Smith 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. Smith's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Smith perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Smith affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Nemaha Valley Community Hospital, Manhattan Surgical Hospital Llc, Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc, Community Hospital, Onaga And St Marys Campus, Clay County Medical Center.
How does Dr. Smith compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Manhattan?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Manhattan, Dr. Smith ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Manhattan has 185 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Smith practices?
Manhattan Surgical Hospital Llc (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension Via Christi Hospital Manhattan, Inc (4 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 Manhattan, Kansas
Dr. Smith's 56 Medicare procedures are below the Manhattan average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Manhattan.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James McAtee | 185 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Trevor Gaskill | 121 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryce Palmgren | 71 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Adam Chase | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Duethman | 22 | Knee |
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