Knee
Dr. Thomas Steck
Dr. Thomas Steck is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Woodland Hills, California. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Steck has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #428 in California.
In California, Dr. Steck performs below average in knee (15 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Steck's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 15 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.
Dr. Steck is the only orthopedic surgeon in Woodland Hills represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Steck first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Steck's 15 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 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. Steck Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Contact & Location
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Nutrition and Recovery After Joint ReplacementHow protein intake, anti-inflammatory foods, hydration, and targeted supplements support bone healing and tissue repair after surgery.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Steck
How does Dr. Steck's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Steck has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Steck ranks #528 out of 608 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Steck perform?
Dr. Steck's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Steck's practice located?
Dr. Steck practices in Woodland Hills, California. The office is located at 5601 De Soto Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Steck for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Steck 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. Steck's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
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