Dr. Richard Rames, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Richard Rames is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chesterfield, Missouri. In 2023, Dr. Rames performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#80 in Missouri) and 24 hip replacements (#43 in Missouri), for a combined total of 53 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
29 verified cases
#80 in Missouri
Hip Replacement
24 verified cases
#43 in Missouri

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Rames

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (53 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Rames, 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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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 314-576-7013
224 S Woods Mill Rd Ste 330s
Chesterfield, MO 63017
NPI: 1548642168
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 11 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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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.
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