Dr. Robert Sharpe, M.D.
Contact & Location
573-302-3990
Osage Beach, MO 65065
Lebanon, MO 65536
Dr. Sharpe performs more knee replacement procedures than 19% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #72 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Sharpe
Practice. Dr. Robert Sharpe is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Merriam, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 24 knee replacements and 15 shoulder replacements, 39 procedures in all. That is #72 in Kansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 21 procedures a year to 39, up 86%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Merriam has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Sharpe also holds hospital privileges in MO and KS, a practice that extends beyond Kansas.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 21 | 0 |
| 2014 | 22 | 0 |
| 2015 | 38 | 0 |
| 2016 | 25 | 0 |
| 2017 | 28 | 0 |
| 2018 | 23 | 0 |
| 2019 | 20 | 0 |
| 2020 | 16 | 0 |
| 2021 | 18 | 0 |
| 2022 | 24 | 0 |
| 2023 | 31 | 0 |
| 2024 | 24 | 15 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Sharpe Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sharpe's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 86% from 21 procedures in 2013 to 39 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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sharpe
How does Dr. Sharpe's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Sharpe has performed 39 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. Sharpe ranks #76 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sharpe perform?
Dr. Sharpe's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and shoulder replacement (15 cases).
Where is Dr. Sharpe's practice located?
Dr. Sharpe's current practice address is in Osage Beach, MO. That address is the current practice address in Dr. Sharpe's own CMS NPPES registry entry, which providers maintain themselves. The Medicare claims data used for the rankings on this page was billed from Merriam, Kansas.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sharpe 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Sharpe's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 160 procedures against the 39 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. Sharpe's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sharpe's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2013 to 39 in the most recent data, a 86% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Sharpe perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sharpe's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sharpe affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sharpe is affiliated with Lake Regional Health System, Adventhealth Shawnee Mission, Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute. Dr. Sharpe maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sharpe practices?
Lake Regional Health System (4 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); Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute (hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Merriam, Kansas
Dr. Sharpe's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Merriam average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Merriam.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Burrel Gaddy | 79 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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