Dr. Steven Anderson, DO
Dr. Steven Anderson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Topeka, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Anderson has completed 59 knee replacements (#41 in Kansas), 25 hip replacements, and 15 shoulder replacements, totaling 99 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Anderson performs near average in knee (59 vs 64 avg), below average in hip (25 vs 37 avg), below average in shoulder (15 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Anderson performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (59 cases), followed by hip replacements (25) and shoulder replacements (15).
Topeka is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Topeka area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Anderson extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 33 to 99 in the most recent data, a 200% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Anderson's 59 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Anderson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Contact & Location
Topeka, KS 66615
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Anderson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 200% from 33 procedures in 2017 to 99 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. Anderson
How does Dr. Anderson's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Anderson has performed 99 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kansas average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Anderson ranks #43 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Anderson perform?
Dr. Anderson performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (59 cases), hip replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Anderson in Topeka?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Topeka 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. Anderson 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. Anderson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 99 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Anderson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Anderson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 33 procedures in 2017 to 99 in the most recent data, a 200% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 106 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Anderson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Anderson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (59 cases), hip replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Anderson among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Anderson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Anderson is affiliated with Havasu Regional Medical Center, La Paz Regional Hospital, Western Arizona Regional Medical Center. Dr. Anderson maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Anderson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Topeka?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Topeka, Dr. Anderson ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Topeka has 273 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Anderson practices?
Havasu Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); La Paz Regional Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Western Arizona Regional Medical Center (2 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 Topeka, Kansas
Dr. Anderson's 99 Medicare procedures are below the Topeka average of 144. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Topeka.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jacob Deister | 273 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Mumford | 267 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Casey Whale | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Vosburgh | 140 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael McCoy | 42 | Knee |
| Dr. Benedict Figuerres | 40 | Knee, Shoulder |
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