Dr. Levi Kindel
Contact & Location
Wichita, KS 67214
Dr. Levi Kindel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wichita, Kansas. Dr. Kindel has performed 68 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#33 in Kansas) and 35 hip replacements, for a combined total of 103 procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Kindel performs near average in knee (68 vs 62 avg), near average in hip (35 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Kindel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (68 cases) and hip replacements (35 cases).
Wichita is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wichita area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Kindel first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kindel's 68 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Kindel 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kindel
How does Dr. Kindel's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Kindel has performed 103 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kansas average of 85 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kindel ranks #36 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kindel perform?
Dr. Kindel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases) and hip replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kindel in Wichita?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita 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. Kindel 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. Kindel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 103 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Kindel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kindel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases), hip replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kindel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kindel is affiliated with Republic County Hospital, Salina Surgical Hospital, Clay County Medical Center, Russell Regional Hospital, Ottawa County Health Center.
How does Dr. Kindel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wichita?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita, Dr. Kindel ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wichita has 297 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kindel practices?
Republic County Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Salina Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Clay County Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Wichita, Kansas
Dr. Kindel's 103 Medicare procedures are below the Wichita average of 190. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wichita.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Shepherd | 297 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Pappademos | 237 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tarun Bhargava | 209 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Bron | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Damion Walker | 162 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Enns | 133 | Hip, Knee |
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