Dr. Angela Freehill, MD
Contact & Location
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Dr. Angela Freehill is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mount Vernon, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Freehill has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #157 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Freehill performs below average in knee (28 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Freehill's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 28 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.
Mount Vernon is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mount Vernon area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Freehill extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 28 in the most recent data, a 56% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Freehill's 28 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Freehill Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Freehill's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 56% from 18 procedures in 2014 to 28 in the most recent data.
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. Freehill
How does Dr. Freehill's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Freehill has performed 28 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Illinois average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Freehill ranks #221 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Freehill perform?
Dr. Freehill's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 28 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Freehill in Mount Vernon?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Vernon 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 Illinois surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Freehill 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. Freehill's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 28 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Freehill's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Freehill's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2014 to 28 in the most recent data, a 56% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 33 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Freehill affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Freehill is affiliated with Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center, Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital -Centralia, Hamilton Memorial Hospital, Franklin Hospital, Pinckneyville Community Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Freehill practices?
Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital -Centralia (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Hamilton Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Mount Vernon, Illinois
Dr. Freehill's 28 Medicare procedures are below the Mount Vernon average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mount Vernon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jean Benoit Houle | 141 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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