Dr. Brian McCall, MD
Contact & Location
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Dr. Brian McCall is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Park Ridge, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. McCall has performed 48 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#100 in Illinois) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 72 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. McCall performs near average in knee (48 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (24 vs 39 avg).
Dr. McCall's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (48 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
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.
Medicare records for Dr. McCall extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 52 to 72 in the most recent data, a 38% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. McCall's 48 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. McCall Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McCall's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 38% from 52 procedures in 2013 to 72 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. McCall
How does Dr. McCall's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. McCall has performed 72 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. McCall ranks #115 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McCall perform?
Dr. McCall's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McCall 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. McCall 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. McCall's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 72 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. McCall's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McCall's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 52 procedures in 2013 to 72 in the most recent data, a 38% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 81 procedures in 2014.
Does Dr. McCall perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McCall's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McCall affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McCall is affiliated with Resurrection Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.
How does Dr. McCall compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Park Ridge?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Park Ridge, Dr. McCall ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. McCall is among the highest-volume surgeons in Park Ridge.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McCall practices?
Resurrection Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Advocate Lutheran General 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 Park Ridge, Illinois
Dr. McCall's 72 Medicare procedures are above the Park Ridge average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Park Ridge.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Lyon | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Hayek | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Arif Ali | 66 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. James Bresch | 33 | Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Mahr | 15 | Hip |
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