Dr. Brian Schafer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. In 2023, Dr. Schafer performed 85 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #21 in Missouri. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Missouri.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Knee Replacement
85 verified cases
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Questions to Ask Dr. Schafer
This surgeon has high Medicare volume (85 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.
Recommended Script:
"Dr. Schafer, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"
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ð Phone: 573-335-8257
48 Doctors Park
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
NPI: 1821099037
Credentials: MD
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Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
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21 years of practice experience
ð Licensed MD
ðĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.