Dr. Craig Wilson, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Craig Wilson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Galesburg, Illinois. In 2023, Dr. Wilson performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#202 in Illinois) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 33 procedures.

Dr. Wilson recorded 33 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Illinois has 323 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.

Dr. Wilson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).

Dr. Wilson is the only orthopedic surgeon in Galesburg represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
20 verified cases
#202 in Illinois
Hip Replacement
13 verified cases
#163 in Illinois
Estimated total: 90 – 100 procedures (all insurers)
Based on Medicare FFS representing 33–37% of national joint replacement volume
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.

Hospital Affiliations

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St Mary Medical Center
Galesburg, IL
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Osf Holy Family Medical Center
Monmouth, IL
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Osf Saint Luke Medical Center
Kewanee, IL

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wilson

How does Dr. Wilson's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?

In 2023, Dr. Wilson performed 33 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. Wilson ranks #200 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.

What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wilson perform?

Dr. Wilson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).

Where is Dr. Wilson's practice located?

Dr. Wilson practices in Galesburg, Illinois. The office is located at 834 N Seminary St Ste 102, Galesburg, IL 61401. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Wilson for joint replacement evaluation.

What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wilson represent?

The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Wilson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 309-342-0194
834 N Seminary St Ste 102
Galesburg, IL 61401
NPI: 1457733438
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 11 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33–37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.