Dr. Shawn Hanlon, M.D.
Contact & Location
Sterling, IL 61081
Dr. Shawn Hanlon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sterling, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Hanlon has performed 36 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#127 in Illinois) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Hanlon performs below average in knee (36 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Hanlon's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (36 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Sterling is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sterling area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Hanlon's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 106 procedures in 2013 before settling at 56 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hanlon's 36 verified procedures is near 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. Hanlon Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hanlon's recorded volume peaked at 106 procedures in 2013 and stood at 56 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. Hanlon
How does Dr. Hanlon's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Hanlon has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hanlon ranks #142 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hanlon perform?
Dr. Hanlon's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hanlon in Sterling?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Sterling 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. Hanlon 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. Hanlon's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hanlon's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Hanlon's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 106 procedures in 2013 and was 56 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.
Does Dr. Hanlon perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hanlon's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hanlon affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hanlon is affiliated with Cgh Medical Center, Osf Saint Katharine Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hanlon practices?
Cgh Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Osf Saint Katharine Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Sterling, Illinois
Dr. Hanlon's 56 Medicare procedures are above the Sterling average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sterling.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Thormeyer | 12 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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