Dr. Steven Magoline, MD
Contact & Location
Fond Du Lac, WI 54935
Dr. Steven Magoline is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Magoline has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#132 in Wisconsin) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 27 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Magoline performs below average in knee (14 vs 36 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Magoline's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (14 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Fond Du Lac is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fond Du Lac area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Magoline extend back to 2015, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 27 in the most recent data, a 93% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Magoline's 14 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)
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. Magoline Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Magoline's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 93% from 14 procedures in 2015 to 27 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. Magoline
How does Dr. Magoline's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Magoline has performed 27 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Wisconsin average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Magoline ranks #122 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Magoline perform?
Dr. Magoline's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Magoline in Fond Du Lac?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Fond Du Lac 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 Wisconsin surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Magoline 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. Magoline's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Magoline's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Magoline's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2015 to 27 in the most recent data, a 93% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 33 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Magoline perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Magoline's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Magoline affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Magoline is affiliated with Ssm Health St Agnes Hospital-Fond Du Lac.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Magoline practices?
Ssm Health St Agnes Hospital-Fond Du Lac (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin
Dr. Magoline's 27 Medicare procedures are above the Fond Du Lac average of 19. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fond Du Lac.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Benjamin Wiseley | 11 | Knee |
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