Knee
Dr. Scott Seymour, MD
Dr. Scott Seymour is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Riverside, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Seymour has performed 37 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #130 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Seymour performs below average in knee (37 vs 51 avg).
Dr. Seymour's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 37 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.
Riverside is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Riverside area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Seymour's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 76 procedures in 2013 before settling at 37 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Seymour's 37 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. Seymour Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Riverside, IL 60546
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Seymour's recorded volume peaked at 76 procedures in 2013 and stood at 37 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Seymour
How does Dr. Seymour's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Seymour has performed 37 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. Seymour ranks #190 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Seymour perform?
Dr. Seymour's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 37 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Seymour in Riverside?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Riverside 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. Seymour 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. Seymour's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Seymour's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Seymour's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 76 procedures in 2013 and was 37 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. Seymour affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Seymour is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale.
How does Dr. Seymour compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Riverside?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Riverside, Dr. Seymour ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Seymour is among the highest-volume surgeons in Riverside.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Seymour practices?
Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Riverside, Illinois
Dr. Seymour's 37 Medicare procedures are above the Riverside average of 30. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Riverside.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Hejna | 37 | Knee |
| Dr. Erling Ho | 15 | Shoulder |
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