Dr. Tarun Bhargava, M.D.
Contact & Location
316-630-9300
Wichita, KS 67206
Dr. Bhargava performs more knee replacement procedures than 93% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #6 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Bhargava
Practice. Dr. Tarun Bhargava is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wichita, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 128 knee replacements and 81 hip replacements, 209 procedures in all. That is #6 in Kansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 149 procedures a year to 209, up 40%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 128 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Wichita has 22 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 30 | 119 |
| 2014 | 51 | 125 |
| 2015 | 55 | 130 |
| 2016 | 70 | 152 |
| 2017 | 61 | 135 |
| 2018 | 76 | 153 |
| 2019 | 75 | 169 |
| 2020 | 53 | 137 |
| 2021 | 74 | 120 |
| 2022 | 76 | 159 |
| 2023 | 81 | 133 |
| 2024 | 81 | 128 |
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. Bhargava Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bhargava's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 40% from 149 procedures in 2013 to 209 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bhargava
How does Dr. Bhargava's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Bhargava has performed 209 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Kansas average of 85 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bhargava ranks #7 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bhargava perform?
Dr. Bhargava's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (128 cases) and hip replacement (81 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bhargava with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bhargava ranks #6 in Kansas for knee replacement with 128 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 110 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bhargava 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. Bhargava 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. Bhargava's total volume across all insurers at roughly 700 to 880 procedures against the 209 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. Bhargava's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bhargava's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 149 procedures in 2013 to 209 in the most recent data, a 40% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 244 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Bhargava perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bhargava's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (128 cases), hip replacement (81 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bhargava affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bhargava is affiliated with Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital, Llc, Wesley Medical Center, Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital, Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center, William Newton Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Bhargava compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wichita?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita, Dr. Bhargava ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bhargava is among the highest-volume surgeons in Wichita.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bhargava practices?
Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital, Llc (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wesley Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Susan B Allen 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. Bhargava's 209 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. Paul Pappademos | 237 | 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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