Dr. Kyle Swanson, M.D.
Contact & Location
775-783-3065
Carson City, NV 89705
Dr. Swanson performs more knee replacement procedures than 68% of orthopedic surgeons in Nevada, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #16 of 50 ranked knee surgeons in Nevada.
About Dr. Swanson
Practice. Dr. Kyle Swanson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Carson City, Nevada. The latest annual CMS data records 35 knee replacements and 29 shoulder replacements, 64 procedures in all. That is #16 in Nevada for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 33 procedures a year to 64, up 94%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 35 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Carson City has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Swanson also holds hospital privileges in CA and NV, a practice that extends beyond Nevada.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 16 | 17 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| 2016 | 0 | 14 | 14 |
| 2017 | 0 | 15 | 20 |
| 2018 | 0 | 12 | 23 |
| 2019 | 11 | 0 | 19 |
| 2020 | 0 | 13 | 13 |
| 2021 | 0 | 13 | 15 |
| 2022 | 0 | 24 | 24 |
| 2023 | 0 | 29 | 24 |
| 2024 | 0 | 35 | 29 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Swanson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Swanson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 94% from 33 procedures in 2014 to 64 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Swanson
How does Dr. Swanson's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Swanson has performed 64 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nevada average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Swanson ranks #25 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Swanson perform?
Dr. Swanson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and shoulder replacement (29 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Swanson with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Swanson ranks #16 in Nevada for knee replacement with 35 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Swanson in Carson City?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Carson 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 Nevada surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Swanson 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Swanson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 200 to 250 procedures against the 64 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. Swanson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Swanson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 33 procedures in 2014 to 64 in the most recent data, a 94% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 64 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Swanson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Swanson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), shoulder replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Swanson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Swanson is affiliated with Barton Memorial Hospital, Carson Valley Health, Banner Lassen Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. Dr. Swanson maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Swanson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Carson City?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Carson City, Dr. Swanson ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Swanson is among the highest-volume surgeons in Carson City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Swanson practices?
Barton Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Carson Valley Health (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Banner Lassen Medical Center (3 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 Carson City, Nevada
Dr. Swanson's 64 Medicare procedures are above the Carson City average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Carson City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Edmunds | 109 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nicholas Dirig | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Cummings | 35 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Rueben Nair | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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