Dr. Clint Kirk, DO
Contact & Location
Lawton, OK 73505
Dr. Clint Kirk is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lawton, Oklahoma. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Kirk has performed 50 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#30 in Oklahoma) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 64 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Kirk performs near average in knee (50 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Kirk's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 78% of reported Medicare volume.
Dr. Kirk is the only orthopedic surgeon in Lawton represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Kirk's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 34 to 79 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kirk's 50 verified procedures is near 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. Kirk Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kirk's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 34 to 79 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Kirk
How does Dr. Kirk's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Kirk has performed 64 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oklahoma average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kirk ranks #43 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kirk perform?
Dr. Kirk's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Where is Dr. Kirk's practice located?
Dr. Kirk practices in Lawton, Oklahoma. The office is located at 110 Nw 31st 2nd Floor, Lawton, OK 73505. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Kirk for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kirk 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. Kirk's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 64 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kirk's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kirk's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 34 to 79 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Kirk perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kirk's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kirk affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kirk is affiliated with Memorial Health.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kirk practices?
Memorial Health (1 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.
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