Dr. Jonathon Salava, MD
Dr. Jonathon Salava is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Overland Park, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Salava has performed 59 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#40 in Kansas) and 53 hip replacements, for a combined total of 112 procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Salava performs near average in knee (59 vs 64 avg), above average in hip (53 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Salava's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (59 cases) and hip replacements (53 cases).
Overland Park is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Overland Park area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Salava extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 55 to 112 in the most recent data, a 104% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Salava's 59 verified procedures is above 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. Salava Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Contact & Location
Overland Park, KS 66211
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Salava's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 104% from 55 procedures in 2013 to 112 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. Salava
How does Dr. Salava's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Salava has performed 112 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kansas average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Salava ranks #32 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Salava perform?
Dr. Salava's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (59 cases) and hip replacement (53 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Salava in Overland Park?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Overland Park 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. Salava 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. Salava's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 112 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Salava's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Salava's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 55 procedures in 2013 to 112 in the most recent data, a 104% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 132 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Salava perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Salava's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (59 cases), hip replacement (53 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Salava affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Salava is affiliated with Stormont Vail Hospital, Coffey County Hospital, University Of Kansas Hlth System St Francis Campus, Lmh, University Of Kansas Hospital.
How does Dr. Salava compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Overland Park?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Overland Park, Dr. Salava ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Overland Park has 225 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Salava practices?
Stormont Vail Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Coffey County Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); University Of Kansas Hlth System St Francis Campus (2 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 Overland Park, Kansas
Dr. Salava's 112 Medicare procedures are below the Overland Park average of 137. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Overland Park.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Cameron Ledford | 225 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Salin | 224 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kelly Hendricks | 113 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Abraham | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Latteier | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Kindred | 80 | Hip, Knee |
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