Dr. Steven Stecker, M.D.
Contact & Location
973-989-0888
Dover, NJ 07801
About Dr. Stecker
Dr. Steven Stecker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dover, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Stecker performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#100 in New Jersey) and 12 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 32 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Stecker performs below the state average in knee (20 vs 54), below the state average in hip (12 vs 44).
Dr. Stecker's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Dr. Stecker is the only orthopedic surgeon in Dover represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Stecker extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 32 in the most recent data, a 52% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Stecker'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)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 21 |
| 2014 | 13 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 17 |
| 2016 | 12 | 15 |
| 2017 | 0 | 14 |
| 2018 | 11 | 16 |
| 2019 | 14 | 17 |
| 2020 | 0 | 15 |
| 2021 | 11 | 0 |
| 2022 | 11 | 12 |
| 2023 | 12 | 0 |
| 2024 | 12 | 20 |
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. Stecker Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stecker's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 52% from 21 procedures in 2013 to 32 in the most recent data.
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. Stecker
How does Dr. Stecker's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Stecker has performed 32 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Stecker ranks #113 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stecker perform?
Dr. Stecker's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Stecker's practice located?
Dr. Stecker practices in Dover, New Jersey. The office is located at 600 Mount Pleasant Ave Ste A, Dover, NJ 07801. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Stecker for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Stecker 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. Stecker's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 32 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Stecker's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Stecker's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2013 to 32 in the most recent data, a 52% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 32 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Stecker perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Stecker's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stecker affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stecker is affiliated with Saint Clare'S Hospital, Morristown Medical Center, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stecker practices?
Saint Clare'S Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Morristown Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc (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.
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