Dr. Joshua Steere, MD
Dr. Joshua Steere is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Steere has performed 55 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#80 in Pennsylvania) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 68 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Steere performs above average in knee (55 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Steere's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 81% of reported Medicare volume.
Doylestown is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Doylestown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Steere extend back to 2020, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 23 to 68 in the most recent data, a 196% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Steere's 55 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Steere Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Doylestown, PA 18901
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Steere's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 196% from 23 procedures in 2020 to 68 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. Steere
How does Dr. Steere's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Steere has performed 68 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Steere ranks #122 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Steere perform?
Dr. Steere's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Steere in Doylestown?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Doylestown 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Steere 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. Steere's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 68 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Steere's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Steere's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 23 procedures in 2020 to 68 in the most recent data, a 196% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 68 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Steere perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Steere's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Steere affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Steere is affiliated with Doylestown Hospital, St Mary Medical Center.
How does Dr. Steere compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Doylestown?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Doylestown, Dr. Steere ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Steere is among the highest-volume surgeons in Doylestown.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Steere practices?
Doylestown Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Mary Medical Center (2 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 Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Steere's 68 Medicare procedures are below the Doylestown average of 110. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Doylestown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Vikoren | 204 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Burrows | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kieran Cody | 57 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Boylan | 47 | Knee |
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