Dr. Erich Lingenfelter, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Erich Lingenfelter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Kansas City, Missouri. In 2023, Dr. Lingenfelter performed 55 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #7 in Missouri. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement
55 verified cases
#7 in Missouri

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Lingenfelter

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (55 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Lingenfelter, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 816-561-3003
2790 Clay Edwards Dr
North Kansas City, MO 64116
NPI: 1619068509
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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