Shoulder
Dr. Jeffery Smith, M.D.
Dr. Jeffery Smith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Decatur, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Smith has performed 20 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #39 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Smith performs below average in shoulder (20 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 20 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Decatur is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Decatur area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Smith first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Smith's 20 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Smith Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Decatur, IL 62526
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Smith has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Smith
How does Dr. Smith's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Smith has performed 20 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. Smith ranks #250 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Smith perform?
Dr. Smith's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Smith in Decatur?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Decatur 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. Smith 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. Smith's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Smith affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Decatur Memorial Hospital, St Marys Hospital.
How does Dr. Smith compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Decatur?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Decatur, Dr. Smith ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Decatur has 114 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Smith practices?
Decatur Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Marys Hospital (1 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 Decatur, Illinois
Dr. Smith's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Decatur average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Decatur.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edmund Raycraft | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Kefalas | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Marshall Brustein | 28 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Tyler Jones | 23 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Tuan | 13 | Knee |
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