Contact & Location
815-625-4790
Sterling, IL 61081
Dr. Thormeyer performs more knee replacement procedures than 3% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #242 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Thormeyer
Practice. Dr. Jeffrey Thormeyer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sterling, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 12 knee replacements. That is #242 in Illinois for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Dr. Thormeyer first appears in the Medicare data in 2022. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 12 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Sterling has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 11 procedures in 2022 and 12 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 23% to 28% for knee 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. Thormeyer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thormeyer 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 Knee Replacement
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An overview of current surgical approaches including robotic-assisted and minimally invasive techniques, implant options, and expected outcomes.
Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Thormeyer
How does Dr. Thormeyer's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Thormeyer has performed 12 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. Thormeyer ranks #300 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thormeyer perform?
Dr. Thormeyer's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Thormeyer in Sterling?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Sterling 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. Thormeyer 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Thormeyer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 12 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thormeyer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thormeyer is affiliated with Cgh Medical Center, Morrison Community Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thormeyer practices?
Cgh Medical 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 Sterling, Illinois
Dr. Thormeyer's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Sterling average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sterling.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shawn Hanlon | 56 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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