Dr. Kyle Sweeney, M.D.
Contact & Location
913-588-8263
Kansas City, KS 66160
Dr. Sweeney performs more hip replacement procedures than 23% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #50 of 65 ranked hip surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Sweeney
Practice. Dr. Kyle Sweeney is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kansas City, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 22 hip replacements. That is #50 in Kansas for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 7 years. Volume peaked at 37 in 2019 and stands at 22 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 22 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Kansas City has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Sweeney also holds hospital privileges in KS and MO, a practice that extends beyond Kansas.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 | 0 |
| 2019 | 24 | 13 |
| 2020 | 25 | 0 |
| 2021 | 20 | 0 |
| 2022 | 26 | 0 |
| 2023 | 26 | 0 |
| 2024 | 22 | 0 |
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 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. Sweeney Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sweeney's recorded volume peaked at 37 procedures in 2019 and stood at 22 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Hip Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sweeney
How does Dr. Sweeney's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Sweeney has performed 22 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. Sweeney ranks #92 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sweeney perform?
Dr. Sweeney's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sweeney in Kansas City?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas City 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. Sweeney 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Sweeney's total volume across all insurers at roughly 70 to 90 procedures against the 22 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. Sweeney's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Sweeney's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 37 procedures in 2019 and was 22 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sweeney affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sweeney is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital, Adventhealth Shawnee Mission, Nkc Health, Lmh, Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph. Dr. Sweeney maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Sweeney compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kansas City?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas City, Dr. Sweeney ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Kansas City has 134 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sweeney practices?
University Of Kansas Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Adventhealth Shawnee Mission (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Nkc Health (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 Kansas City, Kansas
Dr. Sweeney's 22 Medicare procedures are below the Kansas City average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kansas City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Anderson | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aaron Althaus | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Katie Smeltzer | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew De Ruyter | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Schroeppel | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. Mitchell Birt | 17 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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