Who is the top-ranked knee replacement surgeon in Oklahoma?

Paul Jacob in Oklahoma City is the highest-volume knee replacement surgeon in Oklahoma with 316 Medicare procedures. Our rankings list 25 Oklahoma surgeons by verified Medicare procedure volume. High-volume surgeons are associated with better outcomes and fewer complications.

How many knee replacement surgeons are in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform knee replacement, with a combined 2,762 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our Oklahoma knee replacement rankings performs 110 procedures annually. Top cities include Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Fort Smith.

What is the average cost of knee replacement in Oklahoma?

For Medicare beneficiaries in Oklahoma, out-of-pocket costs for knee replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Costs depend on your hospital choice, whether you have outpatient vs. inpatient surgery, and your specific Medicare plan. Many knee replacements are now performed as outpatient procedures, reducing costs.

Does Medicare cover knee replacement surgery in Oklahoma?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary knee replacement surgery in Oklahoma. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 25 Oklahoma surgeons in our rankings accept Medicare assignment.

How do I choose the right knee replacement surgeon in Oklahoma?

Compare Oklahoma knee replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in Oklahoma performs 316 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like robotic-assisted surgery (Mako, ROSA); (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for knee replacement?

Most patients walk with assistance the same day or day after knee replacement surgery. Return to normal activities typically takes 6-12 weeks. Physical therapy starts immediately and continues for 8-12 weeks. Many Oklahoma surgeons use rapid recovery protocols and robotic-assisted techniques that can speed healing and improve outcomes.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for knee replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume knee replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 200+ procedures annually have lower complication rates, fewer revision surgeries, and higher patient satisfaction. Our Oklahoma rankings use verified Medicare data to help you identify the most experienced surgeons.

Which cities in Oklahoma have the best knee replacement surgeons?

The top cities for knee replacement surgery in Oklahoma include Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Fort Smith. These cities have the highest concentration of experienced knee replacement surgeons based on Medicare procedure volume data. We provide city-specific rankings to help you find qualified surgeons near you.

25 Best Knee Replacement Surgeons in Oklahoma

1

State Rank

NPI: 1548433345

Paul Jacob

Oklahoma City

OK

316

Verified Cases

1548433345

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1770545253

Yogesh Mittal

Tulsa

OK

312

Verified Cases

1770545253

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1982743787

Corey Ponder

Oklahoma City

OK

247

Verified Cases

1982743787

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1093713331

Thomas Tkach

Oklahoma City

OK

172

Verified Cases

1093713331

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1932310596

Bradley Reddick

Oklahoma City

OK

134

Verified Cases

1932310596

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1295932978

Sarat Kunapuli

Tulsa

OK

124

Verified Cases

1295932978

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1215937438

Christopher Browne

Tulsa

OK

99

Verified Cases

1215937438

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1629331921

Jacob Haynes

Oklahoma City

OK

95

Verified Cases

1629331921

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1124221262

Justin Reid

Tulsa

OK

92

Verified Cases

1124221262

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1972722205

Jody Bradshaw, MD

Fort Smith

AR

Also practices here via Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center

89

Verified Cases

1972722205

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1902813603

Richard Kirkpatrick

Norman

OK

87

Verified Cases

1902813603

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1932261450

Danny Giles

Duncan

OK

87

Verified Cases

1932261450

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1982978748

Faustino Kazenske

Oklahoma City

OK

81

Verified Cases

1982978748

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1447516430

Gerardo Myrin

Oklahoma City

OK

76

Verified Cases

1447516430

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1902249592

Jennifer Peterson

Tulsa

OK

72

Verified Cases

1902249592

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1366581068

Ryan Gursky

Tulsa

OK

70

Verified Cases

1366581068

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1558339986

James Slater

Tulsa

OK

70

Verified Cases

1558339986

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1144515016

Michael Curry

Ada

OK

69

Verified Cases

1144515016

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1336288133

Mark Paden

Stillwater

OK

69

Verified Cases

1336288133

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1487734026

David Keller

Enid

OK

69

Verified Cases

1487734026

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1720282478

Chad Crawley

Tulsa

OK

69

Verified Cases

1720282478

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1902026909

James Mitchell

Oklahoma City

OK

67

Verified Cases

1902026909

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1619976982

Gregory Green, MD

Paris

TX

Also practices here via Mccurtain Memorial Hospital

67

Verified Cases

1619976982

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1841298189

Robert German

Oklahoma City

OK

65

Verified Cases

1841298189

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1871971341

Steven Winham

Elk City

OK

64

Verified Cases

1871971341

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

TOP 25 Knee Replacement Surgeons in Oklahoma

How to Read This Data

Paul Jacob

Yogesh Mittal

Corey Ponder

Thomas Tkach

Bradley Reddick

Sarat Kunapuli

Christopher Browne

Jacob Haynes

Justin Reid

Jody Bradshaw, MD

Richard Kirkpatrick

Danny Giles

Faustino Kazenske

Gerardo Myrin

Jennifer Peterson

Ryan Gursky

James Slater

Michael Curry

Mark Paden

David Keller

Chad Crawley

James Mitchell

Gregory Green, MD

Robert German

Steven Winham

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