Dr. Joseph Novotny, M.D.
Dr. Joseph Novotny is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bloomington, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Novotny has completed 61 knee replacements (#78 in Illinois), 29 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, totaling 102 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Novotny performs near average in knee (61 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (29 vs 38 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Novotny performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (61 cases), followed by hip replacements (29) and shoulder replacements (12).
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.
Dr. Novotny's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 139 procedures in 2013 before settling at 102 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Novotny's 61 verified procedures is above 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. Novotny Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Bloomington, IL 61704
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Novotny's recorded volume peaked at 139 procedures in 2013 and stood at 102 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Novotny
How does Dr. Novotny's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Novotny has performed 102 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Novotny ranks #72 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Novotny perform?
Dr. Novotny performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (61 cases), hip replacement (29 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Novotny 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. Novotny 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. Novotny's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 102 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Novotny's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Novotny's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 139 procedures in 2013 and was 102 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Novotny perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Novotny's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (61 cases), hip replacement (29 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Novotny among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Novotny affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Novotny is affiliated with Carle Bromenn Medical Center, Carle Eureka Hospital, Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, St Joseph Medical Center.
How does Dr. Novotny compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bloomington?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Bloomington, Dr. Novotny ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Novotny has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Novotny practices?
Carle Bromenn Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Carle Eureka Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center (4 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 Bloomington, Illinois
Dr. Novotny's 102 Medicare procedures are above the Bloomington average of 60. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bloomington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lucas Armstrong | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Keller | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Seidl | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Hanson | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Newcomer | 31 | Knee |
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