FOR RELEASE OCTOBER 28
Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute ranked #1 in Kansas for Joint Replacement for Second Straight Year
LEAWOOD, Kan., (Oct. 28, 2026) – Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute (KCOI) announced today that it ranks #1 in Kansas for Joint Replacement in 2027, according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading resource consumers use to find a hospital or doctor. In the past year, KCOI has also been recognized with the Outstanding Patient Experience Award and Patient Safety Excellence Award. These achievements place KCOI among the top hospitals in the nation and distinguish the organization as Kansas’ leading hospital for Joint Replacement surgery.
“Earning the No. 1 Joint Replacement ranking in Kansas for the second consecutive year is a profound testament to the caliber of providers we have at Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute,” said Christopher Peer, MS, MD, Chief Medical Officer and Interim CEO of KCOI. “Sustaining this level of excellence two years in a row reflects our unwavering focus on superior hospital quality, outstanding patient outcomes, and compassionate care. This recognition belongs to our remarkable physicians and staff who work tirelessly to serve the Kansas City community every single day.”
In addition to the #1 ranking for Joint Replacement in Kansas for the second consecutive year, KCOI has been recognized by Healthgrades as a recipient of the Outstanding Patient Experience Award for seven consecutive years (2020–2026) and the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award for four consecutive years (2023–2026).
Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute’s achievements are based solely on what matters most: patient outcomes. Unlike rankings based on surveys or reputation, Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance strictly on objective clinical outcomes–risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates–across more than 30 common conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide. Patients who are treated at a hospital with a top-rated joint replacement program have a significantly lower risk of in-hospital complications*.
“Finding a hospital that excels in a given procedure or treatment can transform a patient’s health trajectory,” said Alana Biggers, MD, MPH, medical advisor at Healthgrades. “We’re proud to recognize the Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute for its top-tier performance in orthopedic surgery and commend its team for delivering exceptional patient outcomes when it matters most.” Patients and community members can visit Healthgrades’ Specialty Excellence Patient Advocate Center to learn more about how Healthgrades identifies the top-performing hospitals for specialty care.
To learn more about award-winning care at the Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute, visit www.kcoi.com.
*Statistical averages based on Healthgrades’ analysis of MedPAR data for years 2023 through 2025 and represent three-year estimates for Medicare patients only. To learn more about how Healthgrades determines the top hospitals for specialty care, view the complete 2027 Specialty Excellence Awards and Ratings Methodology.
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About Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute
Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute (KCOI) provides unparalleled orthopedic care to those in the Kansas City region and beyond. KCOI, a physician-owned specialty hospital, offers comprehensive services including surgical services, interventional spine procedures, Ortho Urgent Care, diagnostic imaging and rehabilitation therapy. KCOI represents the pinnacle of orthopedic excellence, committed to delivering personalized solutions and exceptional outcomes for every patient. Learn more at kcoi.com.
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