Dr. John Steele, M.D.
Contact & Location
410-337-7900
Towson, MD 21204
Dr. Steele performs more knee replacement procedures than 89% of orthopedic surgeons in Maryland, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #15 of 138 ranked knee surgeons in Maryland.
About Dr. Steele
Practice. Dr. John Steele is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Towson, Maryland. The latest annual CMS data records 110 knee replacements and 61 hip replacements, 171 procedures in all. That is #15 in Maryland for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 64 procedures a year to 171, up 167%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 110 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Towson has 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 11 | 53 |
| 2023 | 38 | 89 |
| 2024 | 61 | 110 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Steele Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Steele's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 167% from 64 procedures in 2022 to 171 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Steele
How does Dr. Steele's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Steele has performed 171 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Maryland average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Steele ranks #16 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Steele perform?
Dr. Steele's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (110 cases) and hip replacement (61 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Steele with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Steele ranks #15 in Maryland for knee replacement with 110 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 166 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Steele in Towson?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Towson 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 Maryland surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Steele represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Steele's total volume across all insurers at roughly 580 to 720 procedures against the 171 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Steele's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Steele's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 64 procedures in 2022 to 171 in the most recent data, a 167% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 171 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Steele perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Steele's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (110 cases), hip replacement (61 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Steele affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Steele is affiliated with University Of Md St Joseph Medical Center.
How does Dr. Steele compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Towson?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Towson, Dr. Steele ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Towson has 256 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Steele practices?
University Of Md St Joseph Medical Center (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 Towson, Maryland
Dr. Steele's 171 Medicare procedures are above the Towson average of 154. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Towson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Theodore Manson | 256 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Schroder | 199 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Mulliken | 199 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Tarantino | 101 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Shiu | 80 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Codd | 72 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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