Dr. Brian Maurer, M.D.
Contact & Location
309-676-5546
Peoria, IL 61605
Dr. Maurer performs more knee replacement procedures than 94% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Maurer
Practice. Dr. Brian Maurer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Peoria, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 121 knee replacements and 45 hip replacements, 166 procedures in all. That is #14 in Illinois for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 145 and 192 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 121 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Peoria has 12 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 | 62 | 105 |
| 2014 | 54 | 97 |
| 2015 | 42 | 114 |
| 2016 | 61 | 115 |
| 2017 | 43 | 140 |
| 2018 | 50 | 132 |
| 2019 | 55 | 137 |
| 2020 | 34 | 135 |
| 2021 | 43 | 118 |
| 2022 | 38 | 107 |
| 2023 | 49 | 122 |
| 2024 | 45 | 121 |
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. Maurer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Maurer's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 145 to 192 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. Maurer
How does Dr. Maurer's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Maurer has performed 166 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Maurer ranks #27 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Maurer perform?
Dr. Maurer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (121 cases) and hip replacement (45 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Maurer with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Maurer ranks #14 in Illinois for knee replacement with 121 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 316 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Maurer in Peoria?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Peoria 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. Maurer 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. Maurer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 570 to 710 procedures against the 166 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. Maurer's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Maurer's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 145 to 192 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Maurer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Maurer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (121 cases), hip replacement (45 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Maurer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Maurer is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center, Osf Saint Luke Medical Center, St Mary Medical Center, Hopedale Hospital, Graham Hospital Association.
How does Dr. Maurer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Peoria?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Peoria, Dr. Maurer ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Maurer has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Maurer practices?
Saint Francis Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Osf Saint Luke Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars); St Mary Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Peoria, Illinois
Dr. Maurer's 166 Medicare procedures are above the Peoria average of 116. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Peoria.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Mulvey | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chukwunenye Osuji | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Luke Luetkemeyer | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Gibbons | 82 | Knee |
| Dr. Brent Johnson | 57 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Merkley | 53 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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