Dr. Jeffrey Whiting, M.D.
Contact & Location
314-503-6898
Saint Louis, MO 63104
Dr. Whiting performs more knee replacement procedures than 30% of orthopedic surgeons in Missouri, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #116 of 166 ranked knee surgeons in Missouri.
About Dr. Whiting
Practice. Dr. Jeffrey Whiting is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Louis, Missouri. The latest annual CMS data records 22 knee replacements and 16 hip replacements, 38 procedures in all. That is #116 in Missouri for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 13 and 46 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 22 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Saint Louis has 57 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 22 | 16 |
| 2014 | 17 | 16 |
| 2015 | 22 | 12 |
| 2016 | 14 | 21 |
| 2017 | 13 | 0 |
| 2018 | 17 | 14 |
| 2019 | 17 | 16 |
| 2020 | 0 | 16 |
| 2021 | 12 | 25 |
| 2022 | 16 | 30 |
| 2023 | 12 | 25 |
| 2024 | 16 | 22 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Whiting Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Whiting's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 46 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Whiting
How does Dr. Whiting's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Whiting has performed 38 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. Whiting ranks #113 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Whiting perform?
Dr. Whiting's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Whiting 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. Whiting represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Whiting's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 160 procedures against the 38 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Whiting's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Whiting's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 46 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Whiting perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Whiting's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Whiting affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Whiting is affiliated with Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital - St Louis, Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital.
How does Dr. Whiting compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis?
Among the 57 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis, Dr. Whiting ranks #34 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. Whiting practices?
Ssm Health St Mary'S Hospital - St Louis (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars). 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. Whiting's 38 Medicare procedures are below the Saint Louis average of 147. 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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