Dr. Joseph Newcomer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bloomington, Illinois. In 2023, Dr. Newcomer performed 31 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #147 in Illinois.
Dr. Newcomer recorded 31 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Illinois has 323 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Newcomer's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 31 verified procedures in 2023. 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.
Bloomington is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bloomington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Newcomer
How does Dr. Newcomer's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Newcomer performed 31 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. Newcomer ranks #209 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Newcomer perform?
Dr. Newcomer's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 31 verified procedures in 2023. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Newcomer in Bloomington?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Bloomington 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. Newcomer represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Newcomer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bloomington, Illinois
Compare Dr. Newcomer's volume with other surgeons practicing in Bloomington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joseph Novotny | 102 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Lucas Armstrong | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Keller | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Seidl | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Hanson | 39 | Hip, Knee |
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