Dr. Arif Ali is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Park Ridge, Illinois. In 2023, Dr. Ali completed 21 knee replacements (#196 in Illinois), 19 shoulder replacements, and 15 hip replacements — totaling 55 Medicare-verified procedures.
Dr. Ali's 55 Medicare procedures are near the Illinois median of 47. The state has 323 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Ali performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (21 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (19) and hip replacements (15).
Park Ridge is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Park Ridge area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ali
How does Dr. Ali's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Ali performed 55 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. Ali ranks #147 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ali perform?
Dr. Ali performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ali in Park Ridge?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Park Ridge 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. Ali represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Ali's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 55 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Park Ridge, Illinois
Compare Dr. Ali's volume with other surgeons practicing in Park Ridge.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Lyon | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Hayek | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian McCall | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Bresch | 45 | Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Mahr | 33 | Hip, Knee |
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