Dr. Kenneth Petersen, D.O.
Contact & Location
Harrisonville, MO 64701
Dr. Kenneth Petersen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Harrisonville, Missouri. Dr. Petersen has performed 13 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #156 in Missouri.
In Missouri, Dr. Petersen performs below average in knee (13 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Petersen's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 13 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.
Harrisonville is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Harrisonville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Petersen first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2016. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Petersen's 13 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Petersen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Petersen has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2016. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Petersen
How does Dr. Petersen's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Petersen has performed 13 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Missouri average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Petersen ranks #193 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Petersen perform?
Dr. Petersen's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Petersen in Harrisonville?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Harrisonville 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. Petersen 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. Petersen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Petersen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Petersen is affiliated with Cass Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Petersen practices?
Cass Regional Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Harrisonville, Missouri
Dr. Petersen's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Harrisonville average of 16. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Harrisonville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Danny Carroll | 18 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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