Dr. Kurt Bormann, MD
Contact & Location
Columbia, MO 65201
Dr. Kurt Bormann is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbia, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Bormann has performed 137 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #1 in Missouri.
In Missouri, Dr. Bormann performs well above average in shoulder (137 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Bormann's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 137 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 18 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. Bormann extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 61 to 137 in the most recent data, a 125% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bormann's 137 verified procedures is more than 4x the national average of 29, ranking #12 nationally.
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. Bormann Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bormann's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 125% from 61 procedures in 2013 to 137 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bormann
How does Dr. Bormann's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Bormann has performed 137 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bormann ranks #18 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bormann perform?
Dr. Bormann's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 137 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Bormann with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Bormann ranks #1 in Missouri for shoulder replacement with 137 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 204 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bormann in Columbia?
Yes. There are 18 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. Bormann 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. Bormann's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 137 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bormann's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bormann's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 61 procedures in 2013 to 137 in the most recent data, a 125% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 141 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bormann affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bormann is affiliated with Boone Hospital Center, University Of Missouri Health Care, Lake Regional Health System, Macon County Samaritan Memorial Hospital, Bothwell Regional Health Center.
How does Dr. Bormann compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbia?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia, Dr. Bormann ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Columbia has 209 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bormann practices?
Boone Hospital Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); University Of Missouri Health Care (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lake Regional Health System (4 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 Columbia, Missouri
Dr. Bormann's 137 Medicare procedures are above the Columbia average of 127. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Columbia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Samuel Thompson | 209 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Wendling | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alan Anz | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Aleto | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Keeney | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Khalid Waliullah | 66 | Hip, Knee |
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