Dr. Danny Carroll, M.D.
Dr. Danny Carroll is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lees Summit, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Carroll has performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#60 in Missouri) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 53 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Carroll performs near average in knee (38 vs 43 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Carroll's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (38 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Lees Summit is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lees Summit area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Carroll's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 117 procedures in 2019 before settling at 53 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Carroll's 38 verified procedures is near 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. Carroll Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Lees Summit, MO 64064
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carroll's recorded volume peaked at 117 procedures in 2019 and stood at 53 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Carroll
How does Dr. Carroll's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Carroll has performed 53 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Missouri average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Carroll ranks #74 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carroll perform?
Dr. Carroll's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carroll in Lees Summit?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Lees Summit 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. Carroll 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. Carroll's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 53 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Carroll's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Carroll's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 117 procedures in 2019 and was 53 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Carroll perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carroll's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carroll affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carroll is affiliated with Cass Regional Medical Center, Belton Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Carroll compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lees Summit?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Lees Summit, Dr. Carroll ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lees Summit has 193 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carroll practices?
Cass Regional Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Belton 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 Lees Summit, Missouri
Dr. Carroll's 53 Medicare procedures are below the Lees Summit average of 83. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lees Summit.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Hellman | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wesley Frevert | 115 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Roberts | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Larry Frevert | 38 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Daggett | 14 | Shoulder |
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