Dr. Brian Schwartz
Contact & Location
Libertyville, IL 60048
Dr. Brian Schwartz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Libertyville, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Schwartz has performed 101 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#28 in Illinois) and 94 hip replacements, for a combined total of 195 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Schwartz performs well above average in knee (101 vs 50 avg), well above average in hip (94 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Schwartz's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (101 cases) and hip replacements (94 cases).
Libertyville is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Libertyville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Schwartz extend back to 2016, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 195 in the most recent data, a 829% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Schwartz's 101 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Schwartz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schwartz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 829% from 21 procedures in 2016 to 195 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Schwartz
How does Dr. Schwartz's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Schwartz has performed 195 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schwartz ranks #15 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schwartz perform?
Dr. Schwartz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (101 cases) and hip replacement (94 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schwartz in Libertyville?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Libertyville 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. Schwartz 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. Schwartz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 195 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Schwartz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Schwartz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2016 to 195 in the most recent data, a 829% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 204 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Schwartz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schwartz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (101 cases), hip replacement (94 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schwartz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schwartz is affiliated with Advocate Condell Medical Center, Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital 1, Endeavor Health Clinical Operations, Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schwartz practices?
Advocate Condell Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwest Community Hospital 1 (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Libertyville, Illinois
Dr. Schwartz's 195 Medicare procedures are above the Libertyville average of 189. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Libertyville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Peter Thadani | 182 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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