Dr. Michael Yost, D.O.
Contact & Location
620-340-6181
Emporia, KS 66801
Dr. Yost performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 30% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #27 of 39 ranked shoulder surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Yost
Practice. Dr. Michael Yost is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Emporia, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 17 shoulder replacements and 12 knee replacements, 29 procedures in all. That is #27 in Kansas for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 7 years. Volume rose from 21 procedures a year to 29, up 38%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 17 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Emporia 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 21 | 0 |
| 2014 | 13 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 17 |
| 2021 | 12 | 17 |
| 2022 | 16 | 17 |
| 2023 | 0 | 14 |
| 2024 | 12 | 17 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Yost Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Yost's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 38% from 21 procedures in 2013 to 29 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Yost
How does Dr. Yost's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Yost has performed 29 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. Yost ranks #86 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yost perform?
Dr. Yost's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (17 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yost in Emporia?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Emporia 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. Yost 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Yost's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 110 procedures against the 29 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. Yost's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Yost's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2013 to 29 in the most recent data, a 38% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 33 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Yost perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Yost's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (17 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yost affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Yost is affiliated with Memorial Health. Dr. Yost maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Yost practices?
Memorial Health (1 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 Emporia, Kansas
Dr. Yost's 29 Medicare procedures are above the Emporia average of 20. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Emporia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jordan Willis | 11 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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