Dr. John Carlisle, MD
Contact & Location
Leawood, KS 66211
Dr. John Carlisle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Leawood, Kansas. Dr. Carlisle has performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #89 in Kansas.
In Kansas, Dr. Carlisle performs below average in knee (11 vs 62 avg).
Dr. Carlisle's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 11 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Leawood is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Leawood area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Carlisle first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Carlisle's 11 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. Carlisle Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
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. Carlisle
How does Dr. Carlisle's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Carlisle has performed 11 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. Carlisle ranks #108 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carlisle perform?
Dr. Carlisle's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carlisle in Leawood?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Leawood 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. Carlisle 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. Carlisle's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carlisle affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carlisle is affiliated with Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute.
How does Dr. Carlisle compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Leawood?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Leawood, Dr. Carlisle ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Leawood has 175 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carlisle practices?
Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute (hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Leawood, Kansas
Dr. Carlisle's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Leawood average of 115. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Leawood.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Cook | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Wingerter | 157 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Ting | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Rasmussen | 126 | Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Stueve | 117 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Rasmussen | 67 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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