Dr. Luke Luetkemeyer, M.D.
Contact & Location
Peoria, IL 61614
Dr. Luke Luetkemeyer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Peoria, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Luetkemeyer has performed 105 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#24 in Illinois) and 34 hip replacements, for a combined total of 139 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Luetkemeyer performs well above average in knee (105 vs 50 avg), near average in hip (34 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Luetkemeyer's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Peoria is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Peoria area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Luetkemeyer extend back to 2016, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 77 to 139 in the most recent data, a 81% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Luetkemeyer's 105 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Luetkemeyer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Luetkemeyer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 81% from 77 procedures in 2016 to 139 in the most recent data.
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. Luetkemeyer
How does Dr. Luetkemeyer's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Luetkemeyer has performed 139 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Luetkemeyer ranks #43 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Luetkemeyer perform?
Dr. Luetkemeyer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (105 cases) and hip replacement (34 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Luetkemeyer in Peoria?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Peoria 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. Luetkemeyer 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. Luetkemeyer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 139 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Luetkemeyer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Luetkemeyer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 77 procedures in 2016 to 139 in the most recent data, a 81% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 179 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Luetkemeyer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Luetkemeyer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (105 cases), hip replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Luetkemeyer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Luetkemeyer is affiliated with Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, Saint Francis Medical Center, St Mary Medical Center.
How does Dr. Luetkemeyer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Peoria?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Peoria, Dr. Luetkemeyer ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Peoria has 166 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Luetkemeyer practices?
Carle Health Proctor Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Carle Health Methodist Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Carle Health Pekin Hospital (2 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 Peoria, Illinois
Dr. Luetkemeyer's 139 Medicare procedures are above the Peoria average of 116. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Peoria.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Maurer | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Mulvey | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chukwunenye Osuji | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Gibbons | 82 | Knee |
| Dr. Brent Johnson | 57 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Merkley | 53 | Shoulder |
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