Dr. Kyle Swanson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Carson City, Nevada. In 2023, Dr. Swanson performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#25 in Nevada) and 24 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 53 procedures.
Dr. Swanson's 53 Medicare procedures are near the Nevada median of 47. The state has 57 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Swanson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and shoulder replacements (24 cases).
Carson City is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Carson City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Swanson
How does Dr. Swanson's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Swanson performed 53 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Nevada average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Swanson ranks #23 out of 57 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Swanson perform?
Dr. Swanson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and shoulder replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Swanson in Carson City?
Yes. There are 4 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 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Swanson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 53 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Carson City, Nevada
Compare Dr. Swanson's volume with other surgeons practicing in Carson City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Edmunds | 120 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nicholas Dirig | 106 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Cummings | 48 | Knee, Shoulder |
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