Dr. Larry Olsen, DO
Contact & Location
Oklahoma City, OK 73150
Dr. Larry Olsen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Olsen has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #56 in Oklahoma.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Olsen performs below average in knee (30 vs 46 avg).
Dr. Olsen's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 30 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Oklahoma City is home to 44 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Oklahoma City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Olsen extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 30 in the most recent data, a 131% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Olsen's 30 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Olsen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Olsen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 131% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 30 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Olsen
How does Dr. Olsen's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Olsen has performed 30 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oklahoma average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Olsen ranks #79 out of 122 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Olsen perform?
Dr. Olsen's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 30 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Olsen in Oklahoma City?
Yes. There are 44 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Olsen 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. Olsen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Olsen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Olsen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 30 in the most recent data, a 131% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2017.
How does Dr. Olsen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City?
Among the 44 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City, Dr. Olsen ranks #28 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Oklahoma City has 449 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Dr. Olsen's 30 Medicare procedures are below the Oklahoma City average of 232. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oklahoma City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Jacob | 449 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Corey Ponder | 316 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Tkach | 279 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Reddick | 234 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Haynes | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Mitchell | 158 | Hip, Knee |
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