Dr. Kevin Kulwicki, M.D.
Contact & Location
Southlake, TX 76092
Dr. Kevin Kulwicki is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Southlake, Texas. Dr. Kulwicki has performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#192 in Texas) and 29 hip replacements, for a combined total of 67 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Kulwicki performs near average in knee (38 vs 42 avg), near average in hip (29 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Kulwicki's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (38 cases) and hip replacements (29 cases).
Southlake is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Southlake area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Kulwicki first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kulwicki's 38 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. Kulwicki Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kulwicki
How does Dr. Kulwicki's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Kulwicki has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kulwicki ranks #154 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kulwicki perform?
Dr. Kulwicki's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kulwicki in Southlake?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Southlake 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kulwicki 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. Kulwicki's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 67 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Kulwicki perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kulwicki's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Southlake, Texas
Dr. Kulwicki's 67 Medicare procedures are above the Southlake average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Southlake.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Benjamin Deheshi | 40 | Hip, Knee |
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