Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO
Contact & Location
Bannockburn, IL 60015
Dr. Sean Sutphen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bannockburn, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Sutphen has performed 107 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#21 in Illinois) and 83 hip replacements, for a combined total of 190 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Sutphen performs well above average in knee (107 vs 50 avg), well above average in hip (83 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Sutphen's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (107 cases) and hip replacements (83 cases).
Bannockburn is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bannockburn area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sutphen extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 52 to 190 in the most recent data, a 265% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sutphen's 107 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Sutphen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sutphen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 265% from 52 procedures in 2019 to 190 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. Sutphen
How does Dr. Sutphen's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Sutphen has performed 190 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sutphen ranks #18 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sutphen perform?
Dr. Sutphen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (107 cases) and hip replacement (83 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sutphen in Bannockburn?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Bannockburn 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. Sutphen 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. Sutphen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 190 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sutphen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sutphen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 52 procedures in 2019 to 190 in the most recent data, a 265% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 190 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Sutphen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sutphen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (107 cases), hip replacement (83 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sutphen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sutphen is affiliated with Endeavor Health Clinical Operations, Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital 1.
How does Dr. Sutphen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bannockburn?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Bannockburn, Dr. Sutphen ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sutphen has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sutphen practices?
Endeavor Health Clinical Operations (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Advocate Lutheran General 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 Bannockburn, Illinois
Dr. Sutphen's 190 Medicare procedures are above the Bannockburn average of 77. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bannockburn.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Richard Sherman | 28 | Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Waxman | 13 | Knee |
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