Dr. Tyler Calkins, MD
Contact & Location
Saint Louis, MO 63141
Dr. Tyler Calkins is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Calkins has performed 81 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#19 in Missouri) and 45 hip replacements, for a combined total of 126 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Calkins performs above average in knee (81 vs 42 avg), above average in hip (45 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Calkins's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (81 cases) and hip replacements (45 cases).
Saint Louis is home to 57 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Saint Louis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Calkins first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Calkins's 81 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Calkins 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. Calkins
How does Dr. Calkins's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Calkins has performed 126 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Calkins ranks #23 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Calkins perform?
Dr. Calkins's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (81 cases) and hip replacement (45 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Calkins with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Calkins ranks #19 in Missouri for knee replacement with 81 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 204 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Calkins in Saint Louis?
Yes. There are 57 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis 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. Calkins 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. Calkins's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 126 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Calkins perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Calkins's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (81 cases), hip replacement (45 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Calkins affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Calkins is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Barnes Jewish Hospital.
How does Dr. Calkins compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis?
Among the 57 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis, Dr. Calkins ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Saint Louis has 279 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Calkins practices?
Missouri Baptist Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Barnes Jewish 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 Saint Louis, Missouri
Dr. Calkins's 126 Medicare procedures are below the Saint Louis average of 160. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Saint Louis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Nunley | 279 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Palmer | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Hubbard | 144 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Coles L'hommedieu | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ilya Bendich | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Mudd | 132 | Hip, Knee |
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