Dr. Corey Trease, M.D.
Dr. Corey Trease is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Joseph, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Trease has performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#54 in Missouri) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 54 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Trease performs near average in knee (42 vs 43 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Trease's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 78% of reported Medicare volume.
Saint Joseph is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Saint Joseph area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Trease also maintains hospital privileges in MO and KS, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Missouri.
Medicare records for Dr. Trease extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 25 to 54 in the most recent data, a 116% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Trease's 42 verified procedures is near 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. Trease Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Trease's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 116% from 25 procedures in 2013 to 54 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Trease
How does Dr. Trease's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Trease has performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Missouri average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Trease ranks #72 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Trease perform?
Dr. Trease's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Trease in Saint Joseph?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Joseph 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. Trease 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. Trease's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 54 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Trease's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Trease's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2013 to 54 in the most recent data, a 116% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 64 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Trease perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Trease's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Trease affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Trease is affiliated with Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph, Cameron Regional Medical Center, Amberwell Atchison Association, Wright Memorial Hospital. Dr. Trease maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Trease compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Saint Joseph?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Joseph, Dr. Trease ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Trease is among the highest-volume surgeons in Saint Joseph.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Trease practices?
Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cameron Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Amberwell Atchison Association (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 Joseph, Missouri
Dr. Trease's 54 Medicare procedures are above the Saint Joseph average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Saint Joseph.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Judd Smith | 87 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Duncan | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Schaefer | 12 | Knee |
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