Dr. Steven Tooze, M.D.
Contact & Location
302-731-2888
Dover, DE 19904
Dr. Tooze performs more knee replacement procedures than 48% of orthopedic surgeons in Delaware, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #13 of 25 ranked knee surgeons in Delaware.
About Dr. Tooze
Practice. Dr. Steven Tooze is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dover, Delaware. The latest annual CMS data records 55 knee replacements and 26 hip replacements, 81 procedures in all. That is #13 in Delaware for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 78 and 125 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 55 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Dover has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 17 | 61 |
| 2014 | 27 | 73 |
| 2015 | 27 | 68 |
| 2016 | 21 | 82 |
| 2017 | 25 | 97 |
| 2018 | 26 | 93 |
| 2019 | 39 | 86 |
| 2020 | 33 | 58 |
| 2021 | 28 | 67 |
| 2022 | 34 | 59 |
| 2023 | 30 | 63 |
| 2024 | 26 | 55 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Tooze Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Delaware state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tooze's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 78 to 125 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Tooze
How does Dr. Tooze's procedure volume compare to other Delaware surgeons?
Dr. Tooze has performed 81 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Delaware average of 101 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tooze ranks #15 out of 31 orthopedic surgeons in Delaware.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tooze perform?
Dr. Tooze's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases) and hip replacement (26 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Tooze with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Tooze ranks #13 in Delaware for knee replacement with 55 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 31 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tooze in Dover?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Dover 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 Delaware surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Tooze represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Tooze's total volume across all insurers at roughly 280 to 340 procedures against the 81 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Tooze's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Tooze's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 78 to 125 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Tooze perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tooze's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tooze affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tooze is affiliated with Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent Campus, Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus.
How does Dr. Tooze compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dover?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Dover, Dr. Tooze ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Tooze is among the highest-volume surgeons in Dover.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tooze practices?
Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent Campus (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Dover, Delaware
Dr. Tooze's 81 Medicare procedures are above the Dover average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dover.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Manifold | 167 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Burger | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Gambone | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Lawrence Piccioni | 14 | Knee |
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