Dr. Steven Horner, M.D.
Dr. Steven Horner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Belleville, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Horner has performed 67 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#70 in Illinois) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 87 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Horner performs above average in knee (67 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Horner's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 77% of reported Medicare volume.
Belleville is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Belleville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Horner's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 50 to 105 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Horner's 67 verified procedures is above 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. Horner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Belleville, IL 62226
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Horner's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 50 to 105 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Horner
How does Dr. Horner's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Horner has performed 87 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Horner ranks #91 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Horner perform?
Dr. Horner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Horner in Belleville?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Belleville 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. Horner 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. Horner's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 87 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Horner's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Horner's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 50 to 105 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Horner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Horner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Horner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Horner is affiliated with Memorial Hospital, St Josephs Hospital.
How does Dr. Horner compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Belleville?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Belleville, Dr. Horner ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Horner has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Horner practices?
Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Josephs Hospital (4 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 Belleville, Illinois
Dr. Horner's 87 Medicare procedures are above the Belleville average of 44. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Belleville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Lehmann | 52 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jason Wiechert | 20 | Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Simmons | 17 | Knee |
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