Dr. Scott Sporer, M.D.
Dr. Scott Sporer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Winfield, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Sporer has performed 257 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#1 in Illinois) and 114 hip replacements, for a combined total of 371 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Sporer performs well above average in knee (257 vs 51 avg), well above average in hip (114 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Sporer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (257 cases) and hip replacements (114 cases).
Winfield is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Winfield area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sporer extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 224 to 371 in the most recent data, a 66% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sporer's 257 verified procedures is more than 5x the national average of 45, ranking #20 nationally.
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. Sporer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Winfield, IL 60190
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sporer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 66% from 224 procedures in 2013 to 371 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. Sporer
How does Dr. Sporer's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Sporer has performed 371 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sporer ranks #1 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sporer perform?
Dr. Sporer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (257 cases) and hip replacement (114 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Sporer with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Sporer ranks #1 in Illinois for knee replacement with 257 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 323 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sporer in Winfield?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Winfield 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. Sporer 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. Sporer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 371 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sporer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sporer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 224 procedures in 2013 to 371 in the most recent data, a 66% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 384 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Sporer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sporer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (257 cases), hip replacement (114 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sporer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sporer is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital, Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, Edward Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sporer practices?
Rush University Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Elmhurst 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 Winfield, Illinois
Dr. Sporer's 371 Medicare procedures are above the Winfield average of 227. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Winfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Wayne Paprosky | 82 | Hip, Knee |
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