Dr. Jeffrey Krempec, M.D.
Contact & Location
816-561-3003
Kansas City, MO 64116
Independence, MO 64057
Dr. Krempec performs more knee replacement procedures than 95% of orthopedic surgeons in Missouri, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #8 of 166 ranked knee surgeons in Missouri.
About Dr. Krempec
Practice. Dr. Jeffrey Krempec is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kansas City, Missouri. The latest annual CMS data records 116 knee replacements and 62 hip replacements, 178 procedures in all. That is #8 in Missouri for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 76 procedures a year to 178, up 134%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 116 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Kansas City has 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 33 | 43 |
| 2014 | 44 | 42 |
| 2015 | 42 | 60 |
| 2016 | 37 | 62 |
| 2017 | 48 | 77 |
| 2018 | 38 | 91 |
| 2019 | 60 | 89 |
| 2020 | 44 | 92 |
| 2021 | 47 | 81 |
| 2022 | 42 | 113 |
| 2023 | 64 | 110 |
| 2024 | 62 | 116 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Krempec Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Krempec's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 134% from 76 procedures in 2013 to 178 in the most recent data.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Krempec
How does Dr. Krempec's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Krempec has performed 178 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Krempec ranks #8 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Krempec perform?
Dr. Krempec's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (116 cases) and hip replacement (62 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Krempec with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Krempec ranks #8 in Missouri for knee replacement with 116 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 204 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Krempec in Kansas City?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in 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. Krempec represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Krempec's total volume across all insurers at roughly 600 to 750 procedures against the 178 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Krempec's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Krempec's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 76 procedures in 2013 to 178 in the most recent data, a 134% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 178 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Krempec perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Krempec's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (116 cases), hip replacement (62 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Krempec affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Krempec is affiliated with Nkc Health, Centerpoint Medical Center, Liberty Hospital, Ray County Memorial Hospital, Research Medical Center.
How does Dr. Krempec compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kansas City?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas City, Dr. Krempec ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Krempec has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Krempec practices?
Nkc Health (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Centerpoint Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Liberty Hospital (4 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 Kansas City, Missouri
Dr. Krempec's 178 Medicare procedures are above the Kansas City average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kansas City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Eggers | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Dugan | 74 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Terry Presley | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Boin | 60 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Ryan Swope | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Weed | 29 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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