Dr. Ryan Swope, DO
Contact & Location
Kansas City, MO 64158
Dr. Ryan Swope is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Swope has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#115 in Missouri) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Swope performs below average in knee (22 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Swope's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Kansas City is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Kansas City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Swope first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Swope's 22 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. Swope Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
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. Swope
How does Dr. Swope's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Swope has performed 36 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. Swope ranks #119 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Swope perform?
Dr. Swope's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Swope in Kansas City?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in 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. Swope 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. Swope's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Swope perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Swope's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Swope affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Swope is affiliated with Genesis Hospital. Dr. Swope maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Swope compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kansas City?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas City, Dr. Swope ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Kansas City has 178 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Swope practices?
Genesis Hospital (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 Kansas City, Missouri
Dr. Swope's 36 Medicare procedures are below the Kansas City average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kansas City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Krempec | 178 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Eggers | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Dugan | 74 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Terry Presley | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Boin | 60 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Weed | 29 | Hip, Knee |
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