Dr. Kyle Shepperson, MD
Dr. Kyle Shepperson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Maryville, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Shepperson has performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#127 in Illinois) and 12 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 50 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Shepperson performs below average in knee (38 vs 51 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Shepperson's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Dr. Shepperson is the only orthopedic surgeon in Maryville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Shepperson's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 13 to 50 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Shepperson's 38 verified procedures is near 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. Shepperson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Maryville, IL 62062
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shepperson's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 50 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Shepperson
How does Dr. Shepperson's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Shepperson has performed 50 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. Shepperson ranks #155 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shepperson perform?
Dr. Shepperson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases) and shoulder replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Shepperson's practice located?
Dr. Shepperson practices in Maryville, Illinois. The office is located at 6810 State Route 162, Maryville, IL 62062. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Shepperson for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Shepperson 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. Shepperson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 50 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Shepperson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Shepperson's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 50 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Shepperson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Shepperson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shepperson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shepperson is affiliated with Anderson Hospital, Community Hospital Of Staunton, Alton Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shepperson practices?
Anderson Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Alton Memorial Hospital (4 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.
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