Knee
Dr. Richard Southgate, M.D.
Dr. Richard Southgate is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Forest, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Southgate has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #228 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Southgate performs below average in knee (15 vs 51 avg).
Dr. Southgate's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 15 verified procedures. 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.
Dr. Southgate is the only orthopedic surgeon in Lake Forest represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Southgate's Medicare data spans 5 years, beginning in 2016. Volume peaked at 51 procedures in 2017 before settling at 15 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Southgate's 15 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Southgate Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Southgate's recorded volume peaked at 51 procedures in 2017 and stood at 15 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
If you are considering knee replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
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. Southgate
How does Dr. Southgate's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Southgate has performed 15 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. Southgate ranks #281 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Southgate perform?
Dr. Southgate's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Southgate's practice located?
Dr. Southgate practices in Lake Forest, Illinois. The office is located at 1000 N Westmoreland Rd # Level3, Lake Forest, IL 60045. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Southgate for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Southgate 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. Southgate's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Southgate's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Southgate's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 51 procedures in 2017 and was 15 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Southgate affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Southgate is affiliated with Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Southgate practices?
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwestern Memorial Hospital (5 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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