Dr. Ian Kovach, M.D., Ph.D.
Contact & Location
620-672-1002
Pratt, KS 67124
Pratt, KS 67124
Dodge City, KS 67801
Dr. Kovach performs more knee replacement procedures than 71% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #25 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Kovach
Practice. Dr. Ian Kovach is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pratt, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 77 knee replacements and 48 hip replacements, 125 procedures in all. That is #25 in Kansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 99 procedures a year to 125, up 26%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 77 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Pratt 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 25 | 74 |
| 2014 | 31 | 68 |
| 2015 | 29 | 75 |
| 2016 | 43 | 98 |
| 2017 | 53 | 97 |
| 2018 | 34 | 102 |
| 2019 | 64 | 87 |
| 2020 | 42 | 66 |
| 2021 | 45 | 93 |
| 2022 | 43 | 118 |
| 2023 | 42 | 89 |
| 2024 | 48 | 77 |
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. 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. Kovach Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kovach's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 26% from 99 procedures in 2013 to 125 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. Kovach
How does Dr. Kovach's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Kovach has performed 125 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kansas average of 85 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kovach ranks #25 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kovach perform?
Dr. Kovach's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (77 cases) and hip replacement (48 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kovach in Pratt?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Pratt 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. Kovach 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, which puts Dr. Kovach's total volume across all insurers at roughly 420 to 530 procedures against the 125 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. Kovach's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kovach's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 99 procedures in 2013 to 125 in the most recent data, a 26% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 161 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Kovach perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kovach's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (77 cases), hip replacement (48 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kovach affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kovach is affiliated with Pratt Regional Medical Center, Clara Barton Hospital, Satanta District Hospital, Clinics, & Ltcu, Meade District Hospital, Southwest Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kovach practices?
Pratt Regional Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Clara Barton Hospital (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 Pratt, Kansas
Dr. Kovach's 125 Medicare procedures are above the Pratt average of 103. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pratt.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Neel | 80 | Knee, Shoulder |
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