Dr. Michael Hughes, M.D.
Contact & Location
618-234-9884
Belleville, IL 62226
Dr. Hughes performs more knee replacement procedures than 17% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #207 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Hughes
Practice. Dr. Michael Hughes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Belleville, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 17 knee replacements. That is #207 in Illinois for knee replacement. Dr. Hughes also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Dr. Hughes first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 17 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Belleville has 6 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 1 year: 17 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. Hughes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
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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What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
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. Hughes
How does Dr. Hughes's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Hughes has performed 17 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. Hughes ranks #266 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hughes perform?
Dr. Hughes's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hughes in Belleville?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Belleville 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. Hughes 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. Hughes's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 70 procedures against the 17 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. Hughes affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hughes is affiliated with Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Hughes compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Belleville?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Belleville, Dr. Hughes ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Belleville has 101 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hughes practices?
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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Belleville, Illinois
Dr. Hughes's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Belleville average of 41. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Belleville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Horner | 101 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Lehmann | 41 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Simmons | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Wiechert | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Blakelyn Busse | 21 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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