Dr. Ryan Pate, MD
Contact & Location
Springfield, IL 62702
Dr. Ryan Pate is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Springfield, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Pate has performed 77 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#52 in Illinois) and 38 hip replacements, for a combined total of 115 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Pate performs above average in knee (77 vs 50 avg), near average in hip (38 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Pate's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (77 cases) and hip replacements (38 cases).
Springfield is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Springfield area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Pate extend back to 2018, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 115 in the most recent data, a 945% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pate's 77 verified procedures is above 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. Pate Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pate's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 945% from 11 procedures in 2018 to 115 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. Pate
How does Dr. Pate's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Pate has performed 115 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pate ranks #63 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pate perform?
Dr. Pate's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (77 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pate in Springfield?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Springfield 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. Pate 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. Pate's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 115 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pate's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pate's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2018 to 115 in the most recent data, a 945% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 123 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Pate perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pate's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (77 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pate affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pate is affiliated with Scott & White Hospital-Round Rock. Dr. Pate maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Pate compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Springfield?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Springfield, Dr. Pate ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Springfield has 134 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pate practices?
Scott & White Hospital-Round Rock (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 Springfield, Illinois
Dr. Pate's 115 Medicare procedures are above the Springfield average of 100. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Springfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Dane Church | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. D Allan | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Piero Capecci | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Rossi | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michaela Schneiderbauer | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Kohut | 40 | Shoulder |
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