Dr. William Zuke, MD
Dr. William Zuke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Louis, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Zuke has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#121 in Missouri) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 35 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Zuke performs below average in knee (19 vs 43 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Zuke's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (19 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Zuke holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Saint Louis is home to 50 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Saint Louis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Zuke first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Zuke's 19 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. Zuke Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Saint Louis, MO 63110
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Zuke
How does Dr. Zuke's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Zuke has performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Missouri average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Zuke ranks #116 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zuke perform?
Dr. Zuke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zuke in Saint Louis?
Yes. There are 50 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. Zuke 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. Zuke's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 35 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Zuke perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Zuke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Zuke affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Zuke is affiliated with Ascension Borgess Hospital. Dr. Zuke maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Zuke compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis?
Among the 50 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Louis, Dr. Zuke ranks #32 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Saint Louis has 263 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Zuke practices?
Ascension Borgess Hospital (3 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 Saint Louis, Missouri
Dr. Zuke's 35 Medicare procedures are below the Saint Louis average of 133. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Saint Louis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Nunley | 263 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Hubbard | 135 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Mudd | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ilya Bendich | 128 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Coles L'hommedieu | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Palmer | 121 | Hip, Knee |
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