Dr. Alexander Tauchen, MD
Contact & Location
847-866-7846
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
About Dr. Tauchen
Dr. Alexander Tauchen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lincolnshire, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Tauchen performed 67 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#63 in Illinois) and 48 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 115 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Tauchen performs above the state average in knee (67 vs 50), above the state average in hip (48 vs 39).
Dr. Tauchen's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (67 cases) and hip replacements (48 cases).
Lincolnshire is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lincolnshire area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Tauchen extend back to 2016, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 46 to 115 in the most recent data, a 150% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Tauchen's 67 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 32 | 14 |
| 2017 | 29 | 32 |
| 2018 | 26 | 0 |
| 2019 | 42 | 27 |
| 2020 | 46 | 23 |
| 2021 | 55 | 44 |
| 2022 | 32 | 31 |
| 2023 | 54 | 59 |
| 2024 | 48 | 67 |
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. Tauchen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tauchen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 150% from 46 procedures in 2016 to 115 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. Tauchen
How does Dr. Tauchen's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Tauchen has performed 115 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tauchen ranks #62 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tauchen perform?
Dr. Tauchen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases) and hip replacement (48 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tauchen in Lincolnshire?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lincolnshire 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 Illinois surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Tauchen 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. Tauchen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 115 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Tauchen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tauchen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 46 procedures in 2016 to 115 in the most recent data, a 150% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 115 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Tauchen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tauchen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases), hip replacement (48 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tauchen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tauchen is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Bolingbrook, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale.
How does Dr. Tauchen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lincolnshire?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lincolnshire, Dr. Tauchen ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Tauchen has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tauchen practices?
Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Bolingbrook (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 Lincolnshire, Illinois
Dr. Tauchen's 115 Medicare procedures are above the Lincolnshire average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lincolnshire.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Junaid Makda | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hristo Piponov | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Neault | 21 | Shoulder |
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