Dr. John Steele, M.D.
Dr. John Steele is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Towson, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Steele has performed 89 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#24 in Maryland) and 38 hip replacements, for a combined total of 127 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Steele performs above average in knee (89 vs 50 avg), near average in hip (38 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Steele's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (89 cases) and hip replacements (38 cases).
Towson is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Towson area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Steele first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Steele's 89 verified procedures is above 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. Steele Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Contact & Location
Towson, MD 21204
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Steele has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Steele
How does Dr. Steele's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Steele has performed 127 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Maryland average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Steele ranks #27 out of 161 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Steele perform?
Dr. Steele's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (89 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Steele in Towson?
Yes. There are 11 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 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. Steele's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 127 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Steele perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Steele's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (89 cases), hip replacement (38 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 11 orthopedic surgeons in Towson, Dr. Steele ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Towson has 235 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 127 Medicare procedures are below the Towson average of 146. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Towson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Mulliken | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Theodore Manson | 221 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Schroder | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Dalury | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Tarantino | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Codd | 73 | Shoulder |
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