Dr. Andrew Riff, M.D.
Contact & Location
630-920-2350
Westmont, IL 60559
Chicago, IL 60612
Dr. Riff performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 42% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #46 of 80 ranked shoulder surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Riff
Dr. Andrew Riff is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Westmont, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Riff performed 21 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #46 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Riff performs below the state average in shoulder (21 vs 27).
Dr. Riff's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 21 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Riff holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Westmont is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Westmont area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Riff first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Riff's 21 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,217 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 15 procedures in 2023 and 21 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Riff Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Riff has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Riff
How does Dr. Riff's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Riff has performed 21 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Illinois average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Riff ranks #252 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Riff perform?
Dr. Riff's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Riff in Westmont?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Westmont 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. Riff 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Riff's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 70 procedures against the 21 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Riff affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Riff is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Edward Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale.
How does Dr. Riff compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Westmont?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Westmont, Dr. Riff ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Riff is among the highest-volume surgeons in Westmont.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Riff 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); Edward Hospital (4 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 Westmont, Illinois
Dr. Riff's 21 Medicare procedures are below the Westmont average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Westmont.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Justin Lareau | 191 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vijay Thangamani | 29 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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