Dr. Blakelyn Busse, DO
Contact & Location
Belleville, IL 62226
Dr. Blakelyn Busse is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Belleville, Illinois. Dr. Busse has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #186 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Busse performs below average in knee (21 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Busse's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 21 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.
Belleville is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Belleville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Busse first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Busse's 21 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. Busse Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
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. Busse
How does Dr. Busse's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Busse has performed 21 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. Busse ranks #247 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Busse perform?
Dr. Busse's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Busse in Belleville?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Belleville 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. Busse 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. Busse's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 21 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Busse affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Busse is affiliated with Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Busse compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Belleville?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Belleville, Dr. Busse ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Belleville has 101 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Busse practices?
Memorial Hospital (4 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 Belleville, Illinois
Dr. Busse's 21 Medicare procedures are below the Belleville average of 41. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Belleville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Horner | 101 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Lehmann | 41 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Simmons | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Wiechert | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Hughes | 17 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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