Dr. Paul Pappademos, MD
Contact & Location
Wichita, KS 67226
Dr. Paul Pappademos is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wichita, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Pappademos has performed 179 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#2 in Kansas) and 58 hip replacements, for a combined total of 237 procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Pappademos performs well above average in knee (179 vs 62 avg), above average in hip (58 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Pappademos's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
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.
Medicare records for Dr. Pappademos extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 162 to 237 in the most recent data, a 46% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pappademos's 179 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #92 nationally.
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. Pappademos Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pappademos's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 46% from 162 procedures in 2013 to 237 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. Pappademos
How does Dr. Pappademos's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Pappademos has performed 237 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Kansas average of 85 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pappademos ranks #3 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pappademos perform?
Dr. Pappademos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (179 cases) and hip replacement (58 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Pappademos with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Pappademos ranks #2 in Kansas for knee replacement with 179 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 110 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pappademos 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. Pappademos 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. Pappademos's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 237 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pappademos's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pappademos's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 162 procedures in 2013 to 237 in the most recent data, a 46% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 241 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Pappademos perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pappademos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (179 cases), hip replacement (58 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pappademos affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pappademos is affiliated with Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center, Wesley Medical Center, William Newton Memorial Hospital, Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital, Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc..
How does Dr. Pappademos compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wichita?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita, Dr. Pappademos ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Pappademos is among the highest-volume surgeons in Wichita.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pappademos practices?
Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Wesley Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); William Newton Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Wichita, Kansas
Dr. Pappademos's 237 Medicare procedures are above the Wichita average of 195. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wichita.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Shepherd | 297 | 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 |
| Dr. Thomas Hendricks | 133 | Hip, Knee |
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