Dr. Stephen Wright, MD
Dr. Stephen Wright is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Wayne, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Wright has performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#84 in Indiana) and 35 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 76 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Wright performs near average in knee (41 vs 44 avg), above average in shoulder (35 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Wright's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (41 cases) and shoulder replacements (35 cases).
Fort Wayne is home to 19 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 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 53 to 76 in the most recent data, a 43% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wright's 41 verified procedures is near 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. Wright Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wright's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 43% from 53 procedures in 2013 to 76 in the most recent data.
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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 76 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wright ranks #63 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wright perform?
Dr. Wright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases) and shoulder replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wright in Fort Wayne?
Yes. There are 19 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 76 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 76 in the most recent data, a 43% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 77 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Wright perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), shoulder replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Wright compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne, Dr. Wright ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Wayne has 168 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Dr. Wright's 76 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Wayne average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Wayne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Berghoff | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Paul Manalo | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Harris | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Phillip Penny | 77 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Conner | 75 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Benjamin Hicks | 74 | Hip, Knee |
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