Dr. Nicholas Ting, M.D.
Contact & Location
913-319-7600
Leawood, KS 66211
Dr. Ting performs more knee replacement procedures than 84% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Ting
Practice. Dr. Nicholas Ting is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Leawood, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 107 knee replacements and 44 hip replacements, 151 procedures in all. That is #14 in Kansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 17 procedures a year to 151, up 788%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 107 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Leawood has 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Ting 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 | 17 |
| 2016 | 50 | 51 |
| 2017 | 19 | 23 |
| 2018 | 20 | 15 |
| 2019 | 21 | 24 |
| 2020 | 22 | 32 |
| 2021 | 23 | 62 |
| 2022 | 31 | 66 |
| 2023 | 48 | 62 |
| 2024 | 44 | 107 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 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. Ting Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ting's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 788% from 17 procedures in 2015 to 151 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. Ting
How does Dr. Ting's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Ting has performed 151 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Kansas average of 85 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ting ranks #17 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ting perform?
Dr. Ting's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (107 cases) and hip replacement (44 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Ting with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Ting ranks #14 in Kansas for knee replacement with 107 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 110 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ting 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. Ting 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Ting's total volume across all insurers at roughly 520 to 640 procedures against the 151 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. Ting's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ting's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2015 to 151 in the most recent data, a 788% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 151 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Ting perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ting's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (107 cases), hip replacement (44 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ting affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ting is affiliated with Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute, St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City, Adventhealth South Overland Park, Inc, Adventhealth Shawnee Mission, Saint Luke'S South Hospital. Dr. Ting maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Ting compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Leawood?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Leawood, Dr. Ting ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ting is among the highest-volume surgeons in Leawood.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ting practices?
Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth South Overland Park, Inc (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Leawood, Kansas
Dr. Ting's 151 Medicare procedures are above the Leawood average of 122. 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. Thomas Rasmussen | 126 | Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Stueve | 117 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Rasmussen | 67 | Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Peer | 59 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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