Dr. Kevin Middlemist is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jefferson City, Missouri. Dr. Middlemist has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #123 in Missouri.
Dr. Middlemist has recorded 19 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Missouri has 199 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Middlemist's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 19 verified procedures in 2023. 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.
Jefferson City is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Jefferson City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Middlemist
How does Dr. Middlemist's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Middlemist has performed 19 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. Middlemist ranks #161 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Middlemist perform?
Dr. Middlemist's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Middlemist in Jefferson City?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Jefferson 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. Middlemist 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. Middlemist's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 19 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Jefferson City, Missouri
Compare Dr. Middlemist's volume with other surgeons practicing in Jefferson City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Craighead | 122 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Lauren Cook | 30 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Galbraith | 17 | Knee |
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