Dr. Robert Paul, D.O.
Contact & Location
816-559-6500
North Kansas City, MO 64116
Kansas City, MO 64158
Dr. Paul performs more knee replacement procedures than 84% of orthopedic surgeons in Missouri, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #26 of 166 ranked knee surgeons in Missouri.
About Dr. Paul
Practice. Dr. Robert Paul is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Kansas City, Missouri. The latest annual CMS data records 71 knee replacements and 33 hip replacements, 104 procedures in all. That is #26 in Missouri for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 87 and 129 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 71 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. North Kansas City has 7 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 | 65 |
| 2014 | 48 | 58 |
| 2015 | 48 | 70 |
| 2016 | 45 | 61 |
| 2017 | 54 | 65 |
| 2018 | 47 | 82 |
| 2019 | 43 | 64 |
| 2020 | 36 | 70 |
| 2021 | 20 | 73 |
| 2022 | 24 | 63 |
| 2023 | 43 | 59 |
| 2024 | 33 | 71 |
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. Paul Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Paul's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 87 to 129 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Paul
How does Dr. Paul's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Paul has performed 104 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Paul ranks #31 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Paul perform?
Dr. Paul's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (71 cases) and hip replacement (33 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Paul in North Kansas City?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in North 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. Paul 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. Paul's total volume across all insurers at roughly 350 to 440 procedures against the 104 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. Paul's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Paul's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 87 to 129 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Paul perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Paul's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (71 cases), hip replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Paul affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Paul is affiliated with Nkc Health, Cameron Regional Medical Center, Liberty Hospital, Ray County Memorial Hospital, Excelsior Springs Hospital.
How does Dr. Paul compare to other orthopedic surgeons in North Kansas City?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in North Kansas City, Dr. Paul ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Paul is among the highest-volume surgeons in North Kansas City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Paul practices?
Nkc Health (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cameron Regional 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 North Kansas City, Missouri
Dr. Paul's 104 Medicare procedures are above the North Kansas City average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in North Kansas City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Paul | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Erich Lingenfelter | 72 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Alan Cornett | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Barnhill | 40 | Knee |
| Dr. Dustin Woyski | 23 | Hip |
| Dr. James Reardon | 16 | Knee |
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