Dr. Lucas Korcek, M.D.
Contact & Location
541-485-8111
Eugene, OR 97401
Loma Linda, CA 92350
Albuquerque, NM 87131
Dr. Korcek performs more knee replacement procedures than 43% of orthopedic surgeons in Oregon, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #45 of 80 ranked knee surgeons in Oregon.
About Dr. Korcek
Practice. Dr. Lucas Korcek is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Eugene, Oregon. The latest annual CMS data records 33 knee replacements, 23 shoulder replacements, and 17 hip replacements, 73 procedures in all. That is #45 in Oregon for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 28 procedures a year to 73, up 161%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 33 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Eugene has 10 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 13 | 15 |
| 2022 | 22 | 22 | 22 |
| 2023 | 31 | 24 | 17 |
| 2024 | 17 | 33 | 23 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Korcek Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Korcek's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 161% from 28 procedures in 2021 to 73 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Korcek
How does Dr. Korcek's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Korcek has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oregon average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Korcek ranks #33 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Korcek perform?
Dr. Korcek performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (33 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Korcek in Eugene?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Eugene 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 Oregon surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Korcek 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Korcek's total volume across all insurers at roughly 230 to 290 procedures against the 73 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. Korcek's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Korcek's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2021 to 73 in the most recent data, a 161% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 73 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Korcek perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Korcek's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Korcek among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Korcek affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Korcek is affiliated with Mckenzie-Willamette Medical Center, Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend, Lower Umpqua Hospital District, Mercy Medical Center, Peace Harbor Medical Center.
How does Dr. Korcek compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Eugene?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Eugene, Dr. Korcek ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Eugene has 203 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Korcek practices?
Mckenzie-Willamette Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lower Umpqua Hospital District (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Eugene, Oregon
Dr. Korcek's 73 Medicare procedures are below the Eugene average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Eugene.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Jewett | 203 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Shah | 170 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Mildren | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Tuman | 71 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Spencer Dowdle | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rudolf Hoellrich | 50 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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