Shoulder
Dr. Hyunmin Kim, M.D.
Dr. Hyunmin Kim is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbia, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Kim has performed 34 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #18 in Missouri.
In Missouri, Dr. Kim performs near average in shoulder (34 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Kim's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 34 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Columbia is home to 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Columbia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kim extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 34 in the most recent data, a 143% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kim's 34 verified procedures is above the national average of 28.
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. Kim Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Columbia, MO 65212
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kim's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 143% from 14 procedures in 2015 to 34 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kim
How does Dr. Kim's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Kim has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Missouri average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Kim ranks #122 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kim perform?
Dr. Kim's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 34 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Kim with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Kim ranks #18 in Missouri for shoulder replacement with 34 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 199 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kim in Columbia?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia 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. Kim 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. Kim's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 34 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kim's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kim's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2015 to 34 in the most recent data, a 143% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 34 procedures in 2023.
How does Dr. Kim compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbia?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia, Dr. Kim ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Columbia has 219 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Columbia, Missouri
Dr. Kim's 34 Medicare procedures are below the Columbia average of 117. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Columbia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Samuel Thompson | 219 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kurt Bormann | 141 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Alan Anz | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Aleto | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ajay Aggarwal | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Keeney | 86 | Hip, Knee |
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