Dr. Tyler Bron, MD
Dr. Tyler Bron is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wichita, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Bron has performed 93 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#2 in Kansas) and 77 knee replacements, for a combined total of 170 procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Bron performs well above average in hip (93 vs 37 avg), above average in knee (77 vs 64 avg).
Dr. Bron's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (93 cases) and knee replacements (77 cases).
Wichita is home to 28 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. Bron extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 31 to 170 in the most recent data, a 448% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bron's 93 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36, ranking #193 nationally.
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. Bron Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Contact & Location
Wichita, KS 67214
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bron's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 448% from 31 procedures in 2018 to 170 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. Bron
How does Dr. Bron's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Bron has performed 170 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Kansas average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bron ranks #15 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bron perform?
Dr. Bron's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (93 cases) and knee replacement (77 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bron with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Bron ranks #2 in Kansas for hip replacement with 93 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 118 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bron in Wichita?
Yes. There are 28 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. Bron 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. Bron's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 170 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bron's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bron's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2018 to 170 in the most recent data, a 448% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 170 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Bron perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bron's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (93 cases), knee replacement (77 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bron affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bron is affiliated with Penrose Hospital, Uchealth Grandview Hospital, University Colo Health Memorial Hospital Central, Parkview Medical Center, Inc, Uchealth Pikes Peak Regional Hospital. Dr. Bron maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Bron compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wichita?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Wichita, Dr. Bron ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wichita has 307 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bron practices?
Penrose Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uchealth Grandview Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); University Colo Health Memorial Hospital Central (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. Bron's 170 Medicare procedures are below the Wichita average of 200. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wichita.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Shepherd | 307 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Pappademos | 241 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tarun Bhargava | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Anderson | 183 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Damion Walker | 152 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Enns | 131 | Hip, Knee |
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