Dr. Khalid Waliullah, M.D.
Dr. Khalid Waliullah is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Waliullah has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#91 in Missouri) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Waliullah performs below average in knee (27 vs 43 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Waliullah's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Cape Girardeau is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cape Girardeau area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Waliullah extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 43 in the most recent data, a 169% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Waliullah's 27 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Waliullah Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Waliullah's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 169% from 16 procedures in 2019 to 43 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Waliullah
How does Dr. Waliullah's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Waliullah has performed 43 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. Waliullah ranks #94 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Waliullah perform?
Dr. Waliullah's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Waliullah in Cape Girardeau?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Cape Girardeau 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. Waliullah 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. Waliullah's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Waliullah's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Waliullah's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2019 to 43 in the most recent data, a 169% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 44 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Waliullah perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Waliullah's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Waliullah affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Waliullah is affiliated with Boone Hospital Center, Ssm Health St. Mary'S Hospital - Jefferson City, Bothwell Regional Health Center, Lake Regional Health System, University Of Missouri Health Care.
How does Dr. Waliullah compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cape Girardeau?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Cape Girardeau, Dr. Waliullah ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cape Girardeau has 85 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Waliullah practices?
Boone Hospital Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ssm Health St. Mary'S Hospital - Jefferson City (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bothwell Regional Health Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Dr. Waliullah's 43 Medicare procedures are below the Cape Girardeau average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cape Girardeau.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Schafer | 85 | Knee |
| Dr. Raymond Ritter | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charity Jacobs | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Knight | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Edwards | 29 | Knee |
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