Dr. Steven Morton, D.O.
Contact & Location
Breese, IL 62230
Dr. Steven Morton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Breese, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Morton has performed 60 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#77 in Illinois) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 75 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Morton performs above average in knee (60 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Morton's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 80% of reported Medicare volume.
Dr. Morton is the only orthopedic surgeon in Breese represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Morton extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 75 in the most recent data, a 525% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Morton's 60 verified procedures is above 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. Morton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Morton's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 525% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 75 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Morton
How does Dr. Morton's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Morton has performed 75 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Morton ranks #105 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Morton perform?
Dr. Morton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Where is Dr. Morton's practice located?
Dr. Morton practices in Breese, Illinois. The office is located at 9515 Holy Cross Ln, Breese, IL 62230. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Morton for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Morton 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. Morton's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 75 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Morton's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Morton's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 75 in the most recent data, a 525% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 75 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Morton perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Morton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Morton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Morton is affiliated with St Josephs Hospital, Hshs St Elizabeth'S Hospital, St Joseph'S Hospital, Hshs Holy Family Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Morton practices?
St Josephs Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Hshs St Elizabeth'S Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Joseph'S Hospital (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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