Dr. George Crickard, MD
Dr. George Crickard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Quincy, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Crickard has performed 47 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#104 in Illinois) and 27 hip replacements, for a combined total of 74 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Crickard performs near average in knee (47 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (27 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Crickard's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (47 cases) and hip replacements (27 cases).
Quincy is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Quincy area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Crickard extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 37 to 74 in the most recent data, a 100% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Crickard's 47 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. Crickard Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Quincy, IL 62301
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Crickard's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 100% from 37 procedures in 2013 to 74 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. Crickard
How does Dr. Crickard's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Crickard has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Crickard ranks #107 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Crickard perform?
Dr. Crickard's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases) and hip replacement (27 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Crickard in Quincy?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Quincy 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. Crickard 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. Crickard's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 74 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Crickard's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Crickard's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 37 procedures in 2013 to 74 in the most recent data, a 100% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 101 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Crickard perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Crickard's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (27 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Crickard affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Crickard is affiliated with Blessing Hospital.
How does Dr. Crickard compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Quincy?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Quincy, Dr. Crickard ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Crickard is among the highest-volume surgeons in Quincy.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Crickard practices?
Blessing Hospital (4 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 Quincy, Illinois
Dr. Crickard's 74 Medicare procedures are above the Quincy average of 55. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Quincy.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Barry Werries | 109 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Darr Leutz | 79 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Sean Moroze | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Hilton | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Van Den Bogaerde | 25 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Adam Derhake | 13 | Shoulder |
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