Dr. Kevin Garvin, M.D.
Contact & Location
402-559-8000
Omaha, NE 68198
Dr. Garvin performs more knee replacement procedures than 66% of orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #20 of 60 ranked knee surgeons in Nebraska.
About Dr. Garvin
Practice. Dr. Kevin Garvin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Omaha, Nebraska. The latest annual CMS data records 61 knee replacements and 29 hip replacements, 90 procedures in all. That is #20 in Nebraska for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 133 in 2017 and stands at 90 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 61 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Omaha has 23 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 | 54 | 75 |
| 2014 | 53 | 77 |
| 2015 | 42 | 77 |
| 2016 | 44 | 87 |
| 2017 | 58 | 75 |
| 2018 | 47 | 75 |
| 2019 | 40 | 79 |
| 2020 | 31 | 51 |
| 2021 | 48 | 53 |
| 2022 | 43 | 59 |
| 2023 | 29 | 56 |
| 2024 | 29 | 61 |
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. Garvin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Garvin's recorded volume peaked at 133 procedures in 2017 and stood at 90 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Knee Replacement
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Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Garvin
How does Dr. Garvin's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Garvin has performed 90 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nebraska average of 81 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Garvin ranks #23 out of 72 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Garvin perform?
Dr. Garvin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (61 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Garvin with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Garvin ranks #20 in Nebraska for knee replacement with 61 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 72 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Garvin in Omaha?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Omaha 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 Nebraska surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Garvin 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. Garvin's total volume across all insurers at roughly 310 to 380 procedures against the 90 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. Garvin's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Garvin's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 133 procedures in 2017 and was 90 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Garvin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Garvin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (61 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Garvin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Garvin is affiliated with The Nebraska Medical Center, Orthonebraska Hospital, Bellevue Medical Center.
How does Dr. Garvin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Omaha?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Omaha, Dr. Garvin ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Omaha has 294 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Garvin practices?
The Nebraska Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Orthonebraska Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Bellevue Medical Center (5 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 Omaha, Nebraska
Dr. Garvin's 90 Medicare procedures are below the Omaha average of 153. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Omaha.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sayfe Jassim | 294 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Goebel | 167 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joshua Urban | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Clayton Thor | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Beau Kildow | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Erik Otterberg | 114 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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