Dr. Jean Benoit Houle, M.D.
Contact & Location
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Dr. Jean Benoit Houle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mount Vernon, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Houle has performed 99 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#32 in Illinois) and 42 hip replacements, for a combined total of 141 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Houle performs above average in knee (99 vs 50 avg), near average in hip (42 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Houle's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (99 cases) and hip replacements (42 cases).
Mount Vernon is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mount Vernon area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Houle extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 108 to 141 in the most recent data, a 31% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Houle's 99 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Houle Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Houle's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 31% from 108 procedures in 2013 to 141 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. Houle
How does Dr. Houle's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Houle has performed 141 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Houle ranks #42 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Houle perform?
Dr. Houle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases) and hip replacement (42 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Houle in Mount Vernon?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Vernon 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. Houle 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. Houle's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 141 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Houle's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Houle's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 108 procedures in 2013 to 141 in the most recent data, a 31% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 177 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Houle perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Houle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases), hip replacement (42 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Houle affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Houle is affiliated with Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center, Washington County Hospital, Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital -Centralia, Hamilton Memorial Hospital, Pinckneyville Community Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Houle practices?
Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital -Centralia (2 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 Mount Vernon, Illinois
Dr. Houle's 141 Medicare procedures are above the Mount Vernon average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mount Vernon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Angela Freehill | 28 | Knee |
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