Dr. Stephanie Clegg, MD
Contact & Location
Burlington, MA 01805
Dr. Stephanie Clegg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Burlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Clegg has performed 67 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#41 in Massachusetts) and 56 hip replacements, for a combined total of 123 procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Clegg performs above average in knee (67 vs 50 avg), above average in hip (56 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Clegg's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (67 cases) and hip replacements (56 cases).
Burlington is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Burlington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Clegg first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Clegg's 67 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. Clegg Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Clegg
How does Dr. Clegg's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Clegg has performed 123 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Massachusetts average of 74 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Clegg ranks #42 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Clegg perform?
Dr. Clegg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases) and hip replacement (56 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Clegg in Burlington?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Burlington 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 Massachusetts surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Clegg 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. Clegg's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 123 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Clegg perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Clegg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases), hip replacement (56 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Clegg affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Clegg is affiliated with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington.
How does Dr. Clegg compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Burlington?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Burlington, Dr. Clegg ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Clegg has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Clegg practices?
Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Burlington, Massachusetts
Dr. Clegg's 123 Medicare procedures are above the Burlington average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Burlington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Tilzey | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lawrence Specht | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Jolley | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Richard Iorio | 24 | Knee |
| Dr. Mark Lemos | 23 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Smiley | 17 | Shoulder |
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