Dr. Corey Trease is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Joseph, Missouri. In 2023, Dr. Trease performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#54 in Missouri) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 54 procedures.
Dr. Trease's 54 Medicare procedures are near the Missouri median of 41. The state has 199 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
Hospital Affiliations
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Trease
How does Dr. Trease's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Trease 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 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Saint Joseph, Missouri
Compare Dr. Trease's volume with other 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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