Dr. Alan Cornett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Kansas City, Missouri. In 2023, Dr. Cornett performed 43 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#53 in Missouri) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 60 procedures.
Dr. Cornett's 60 Medicare procedures are near the Missouri median of 41. The state has 199 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Cornett's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (43 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
North Kansas City is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the North Kansas City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cornett
How does Dr. Cornett's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Cornett performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Missouri average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cornett ranks #65 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cornett perform?
Dr. Cornett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cornett in North Kansas City?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in North Kansas City 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 Missouri surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cornett represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Cornett's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 60 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in North Kansas City, Missouri
Compare Dr. Cornett's volume with other surgeons practicing in North Kansas City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Paul | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Paul | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Erich Lingenfelter | 55 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Barnhill | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dustin Woyski | 25 | Hip |
| Dr. James Reardon | 18 | Knee |
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