Dr. Dane Church, MD
Contact & Location
Springfield, IL 62711
Dr. Dane Church is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Springfield, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Church has performed 83 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#43 in Illinois) and 51 hip replacements, for a combined total of 134 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Church performs above average in knee (83 vs 50 avg), above average in hip (51 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Church's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (83 cases) and hip replacements (51 cases).
Springfield is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Springfield area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Church extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 134 in the most recent data, a 1017% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Church's 83 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Church Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Church's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 1017% from 12 procedures in 2019 to 134 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Church
How does Dr. Church's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Church has performed 134 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Church ranks #47 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Church perform?
Dr. Church's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (83 cases) and hip replacement (51 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Church in Springfield?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Springfield 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. Church 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. Church's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 134 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Church's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Church's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2019 to 134 in the most recent data, a 1017% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 136 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Church perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Church's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (83 cases), hip replacement (51 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Church affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Church is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center, St Johns Hospital, Carlinville Area Hospital, Mason District Hospital, Taylorville Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Church compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Springfield?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Springfield, Dr. Church ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Church has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Church practices?
Memorial Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Johns Hospital (3 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 Springfield, Illinois
Dr. Church's 134 Medicare procedures are above the Springfield average of 100. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Springfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. D Allan | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Piero Capecci | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Pate | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Rossi | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michaela Schneiderbauer | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Kohut | 40 | Shoulder |
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