Dr. Frank Lee, M.D.
Contact & Location
217-342-3400
Effingham, IL 62401
Dr. Lee performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 55% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #36 of 80 ranked shoulder surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Lee
Practice. Dr. Frank Lee is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Effingham, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 22 shoulder replacements. That is #36 in Illinois for shoulder replacement. Dr. Lee also holds credentials in Hand Surgery. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 7 years. Volume rose from 17 procedures a year to 22, up 29%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 22 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Effingham has 6 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 22 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Lee Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lee's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 29% from 17 procedures in 2016 to 22 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lee
How does Dr. Lee's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Lee has performed 22 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. Lee ranks #243 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lee perform?
Dr. Lee's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lee in Effingham?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Effingham 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. Lee 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Lee's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 22 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. Lee's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lee's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2016 to 22 in the most recent data, a 29% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 22 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lee affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, St Anthonys Memorial Hospital, Sarah Bush Lincoln Fayette County Hospital, Clay County Hospital.
How does Dr. Lee compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Effingham?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Effingham, Dr. Lee ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lee is among the highest-volume surgeons in Effingham.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lee practices?
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Anthonys Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Sarah Bush Lincoln Fayette County Hospital (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 Effingham, Illinois
Dr. Lee's 22 Medicare procedures are below the Effingham average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Effingham.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Didi Omiyi | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Bonutti | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Gray | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. John Powell | 12 | Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Ajdinovich | 11 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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