Dr. Stephen Wright, MD
Contact & Location
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Dr. Stephen Wright is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Wayne, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Wright has performed 51 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#44 in Indiana) and 30 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 81 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Wright performs above average in knee (51 vs 41 avg), above average in shoulder (30 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Wright's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (51 cases) and shoulder replacements (30 cases).
Fort Wayne is home to 25 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Wayne area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Wright extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 53 to 81 in the most recent data, a 53% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wright's 51 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. Wright Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wright's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 53% from 53 procedures in 2013 to 81 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. Wright
How does Dr. Wright's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Wright has performed 81 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wright ranks #50 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wright perform?
Dr. Wright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases) and shoulder replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wright in Fort Wayne?
Yes. There are 25 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wright 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. Wright's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 81 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wright's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wright's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 53 procedures in 2013 to 81 in the most recent data, a 53% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 81 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Wright perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), shoulder replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wright affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North Llc, Parkview Whitley Hospital, Parkview Regional Medical Center, Adams Memorial Hospital, Parkview Dekalb Hospital.
How does Dr. Wright compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne?
Among the 25 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne, Dr. Wright ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Wayne has 179 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wright practices?
Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North Llc (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Parkview Regional Medical Center (3 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 Fort Wayne, Indiana
Dr. Wright's 81 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Wayne average of 105. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Wayne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Berghoff | 179 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Paul Manalo | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Lynch | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jerald Cooper | 77 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Conner | 70 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Johnson | 68 | Hip |
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