Dr. Richard Rames, M.D.
Dr. Richard Rames is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chesterfield, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Rames has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#81 in Missouri) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 53 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Rames performs below average in knee (29 vs 43 avg), near average in hip (24 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Rames's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
Chesterfield is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chesterfield area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Rames first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Rames's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Rames Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Chesterfield, MO 63017
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rames has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Rames
How does Dr. Rames's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Rames has performed 53 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Missouri average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Rames ranks #73 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rames perform?
Dr. Rames's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rames in Chesterfield?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Chesterfield 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. Rames 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. Rames's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 53 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Rames perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rames's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rames affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rames is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital.
How does Dr. Rames compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chesterfield?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Chesterfield, Dr. Rames ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Rames is among the highest-volume surgeons in Chesterfield.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rames practices?
St Lukes Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Chesterfield, Missouri
Dr. Rames's 53 Medicare procedures are below the Chesterfield average of 67. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chesterfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Wegman | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Rames | 109 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Spitzfaden | 45 | Knee |
| Dr. Frank Thomas | 40 | Knee |
| Dr. Mitchell Rotman | 16 | Shoulder |
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