Dr. Andrew Schneider, MD
Contact & Location
Saint Louis, MO 63110
Dr. Andrew Schneider is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Schneider has performed 58 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#37 in Missouri) and 36 hip replacements, for a combined total of 94 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Schneider performs above average in knee (58 vs 42 avg), near average in hip (36 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Schneider's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (58 cases) and hip replacements (36 cases).
Saint Louis is home to 57 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Saint Louis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Schneider also maintains hospital privileges in MO and IL, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Missouri.
Dr. Schneider 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. Schneider's 58 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. Schneider Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri 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. Schneider
How does Dr. Schneider's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Schneider has performed 94 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schneider ranks #35 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schneider perform?
Dr. Schneider's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases) and hip replacement (36 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schneider in Saint Louis?
Yes. There are 57 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis 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 Missouri surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Schneider 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. Schneider's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 94 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Schneider perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schneider's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases), hip replacement (36 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schneider affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schneider is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Barnes Jewish Hospital, Memorial Hospital, Alton Memorial Hospital, Missouri Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Schneider maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Schneider compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis?
Among the 57 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis, Dr. Schneider ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Saint Louis has 279 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schneider practices?
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Barnes Jewish Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hospital (4 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 Saint Louis, Missouri
Dr. Schneider's 94 Medicare procedures are below the Saint Louis average of 155. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Saint Louis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Nunley | 279 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Palmer | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Hubbard | 144 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Coles L'hommedieu | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ilya Bendich | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Mudd | 132 | Hip, Knee |
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