Dr. Douglas Kiburz, MD
Dr. Douglas Kiburz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sedalia, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Kiburz has performed 71 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#29 in Missouri) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 89 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Kiburz performs above average in knee (71 vs 43 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Kiburz's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 80% of reported Medicare volume.
Dr. Kiburz is the only orthopedic surgeon in Sedalia represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Kiburz's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 70 to 104 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kiburz's 71 verified procedures is above 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. Kiburz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Sedalia, MO 65301
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kiburz's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 70 to 104 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Kiburz
How does Dr. Kiburz's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Kiburz has performed 89 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Missouri average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kiburz ranks #37 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kiburz perform?
Dr. Kiburz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (71 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Where is Dr. Kiburz's practice located?
Dr. Kiburz practices in Sedalia, Missouri. The office is located at 2301 S Ingram Ave, Sedalia, MO 65301. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Kiburz for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kiburz 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. Kiburz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 89 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kiburz's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kiburz's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 70 to 104 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Kiburz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kiburz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (71 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kiburz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kiburz is affiliated with Bothwell Regional Health Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kiburz practices?
Bothwell Regional Health Center (3 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.
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