Dr. Thomas Hendricks, M.D.
Contact & Location
316-631-1600
Wichita, KS 67226
Dr. Hendricks performs more knee replacement procedures than 80% of orthopedic surgeons in Kansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #17 of 89 ranked knee surgeons in Kansas.
About Dr. Hendricks
Practice. Dr. Thomas Hendricks is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wichita, Kansas. The latest annual CMS data records 100 knee replacements and 33 hip replacements, 133 procedures in all. That is #17 in Kansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2013.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume rose from 41 procedures a year to 133, up 224%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 100 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 24 | 17 |
| 2020 | 16 | 27 |
| 2021 | 19 | 41 |
| 2022 | 19 | 54 |
| 2023 | 27 | 77 |
| 2024 | 33 | 100 |
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. Hendricks Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hendricks's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 224% from 41 procedures in 2019 to 133 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hendricks
How does Dr. Hendricks's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Hendricks has performed 133 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Kansas average of 85 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hendricks ranks #22 out of 110 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hendricks perform?
Dr. Hendricks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (100 cases) and hip replacement (33 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hendricks with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Hendricks ranks #17 in Kansas for knee replacement with 100 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 110 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hendricks 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. Hendricks 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. Hendricks's total volume across all insurers at roughly 460 to 570 procedures against the 133 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. Hendricks's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hendricks's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 41 procedures in 2019 to 133 in the most recent data, a 224% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 133 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Hendricks perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hendricks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (100 cases), hip replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hendricks affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hendricks is affiliated with Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center, William Newton Memorial Hospital, Wesley Medical Center, Sedan City Hospital, Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Hendricks compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wichita?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita, Dr. Hendricks ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wichita has 297 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hendricks practices?
Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); William Newton Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Wesley Medical Center (4 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 Wichita, Kansas
Dr. Hendricks's 133 Medicare procedures are below 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. Tarun Bhargava | 209 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Bron | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Damion Walker | 162 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Enns | 133 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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