Dr. Eric Brewer, D.O.
Dr. Eric Brewer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mattoon, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Brewer has completed 49 knee replacements (#96 in Illinois), 18 hip replacements, and 14 shoulder replacements, totaling 81 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Brewer performs near average in knee (49 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 38 avg), below average in shoulder (14 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Brewer performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (49 cases), followed by hip replacements (18) and shoulder replacements (14).
Mattoon is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mattoon area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Brewer extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 44 to 81 in the most recent data, a 84% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Brewer's 49 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Brewer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Mattoon, IL 61938
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brewer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 84% from 44 procedures in 2019 to 81 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. Brewer
How does Dr. Brewer's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Brewer has performed 81 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brewer ranks #99 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brewer perform?
Dr. Brewer performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (49 cases), hip replacement (18 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brewer in Mattoon?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mattoon 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. Brewer 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. Brewer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 81 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brewer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brewer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 44 procedures in 2019 to 81 in the most recent data, a 84% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 81 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Brewer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brewer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), hip replacement (18 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Brewer among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brewer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brewer is affiliated with Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center.
How does Dr. Brewer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mattoon?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mattoon, Dr. Brewer ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Brewer is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mattoon.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brewer practices?
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center (2 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 Mattoon, Illinois
Dr. Brewer's 81 Medicare procedures are above the Mattoon average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mattoon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Louis Mendella | 163 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Donald Sandercock | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremy Stevens | 11 | Shoulder |
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