Dr. Craig Ruble, M.D.
Contact & Location
Festus, MO 63028
Dr. Craig Ruble is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Festus, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Ruble has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#126 in Missouri) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Ruble performs below average in knee (20 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Ruble's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Festus is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Festus area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ruble's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 53 procedures in 2013 before settling at 36 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Ruble's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Ruble Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ruble's recorded volume peaked at 53 procedures in 2013 and stood at 36 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Ruble
How does Dr. Ruble's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Ruble has performed 36 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Missouri average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Ruble ranks #118 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ruble perform?
Dr. Ruble's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ruble in Festus?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Festus 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. Ruble 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. Ruble's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ruble's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Ruble's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 53 procedures in 2013 and was 36 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Ruble perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ruble's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ruble affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ruble is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Jefferson, Ste Genevieve County Memorial Hospital, Parkland Health Center.
How does Dr. Ruble compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Festus?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Festus, Dr. Ruble ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ruble has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ruble practices?
Mercy Hospital Jefferson (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ste Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Parkland Health Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Festus, Missouri
Dr. Ruble's 36 Medicare procedures are above the Festus average of 24. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Festus.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Baker | 23 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Maynard | 12 | Knee |
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