Knee
Dr. Bruce Summerville, MD
Dr. Bruce Summerville is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gurnee, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Summerville has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #233 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Summerville performs below average in knee (14 vs 51 avg).
Dr. Summerville's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 14 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.
Gurnee is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gurnee area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Summerville's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 38 procedures in 2016 before settling at 14 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Summerville's 14 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. Summerville Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Gurnee, IL 60031
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Summerville's recorded volume peaked at 38 procedures in 2016 and stood at 14 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Summerville
How does Dr. Summerville's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Summerville has performed 14 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. Summerville ranks #287 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Summerville perform?
Dr. Summerville's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Summerville in Gurnee?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Gurnee 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. Summerville 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. Summerville's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Summerville's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Summerville's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 38 procedures in 2016 and was 14 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Summerville affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Summerville is affiliated with Advocate Condell Medical Center, Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital.
How does Dr. Summerville compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gurnee?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Gurnee, Dr. Summerville ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Gurnee has 58 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Summerville practices?
Advocate Condell Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital (5 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 Gurnee, Illinois
Dr. Summerville's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Gurnee average of 33. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gurnee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Hamming | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Hamming | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tomas Nemickas | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Logue | 24 | Knee |
| Dr. John Mayer | 11 | Knee |
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