Dr. Steven Rice, D.O.
Contact & Location
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Dr. Steven Rice is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bloomingdale, Illinois. Dr. Rice has performed 25 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#106 in Illinois) and 13 knee replacements, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Rice performs below average in hip (25 vs 39 avg), below average in knee (13 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Rice's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (25 cases) and knee replacements (13 cases).
Dr. Rice is the only orthopedic surgeon in Bloomingdale represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Rice first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Rice's 25 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Rice Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
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 Hip Replacement
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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rice
How does Dr. Rice's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Rice has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Illinois average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Rice ranks #187 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rice perform?
Dr. Rice's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases) and knee replacement (13 cases).
Where is Dr. Rice's practice located?
Dr. Rice practices in Bloomingdale, Illinois. The office is located at 220 Springfield Dr Ste 310, Bloomingdale, IL 60108. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Rice for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Rice 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. Rice's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Rice perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rice's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases), knee replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rice affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rice is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rice practices?
Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Patient Resources & Verification
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