Dr. Bryan Haughom, MD
Dr. Bryan Haughom is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Haughom has performed 95 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#9 in Illinois) and 94 knee replacements, for a combined total of 189 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Haughom performs well above average in hip (95 vs 38 avg), above average in knee (94 vs 51 avg).
Dr. Haughom's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (95 cases) and knee replacements (94 cases).
Chicago is home to 43 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chicago area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Haughom extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 189 in the most recent data, a 1081% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Haughom's 95 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36, ranking #179 nationally.
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. Haughom Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Chicago, IL 60612
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Haughom's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 1081% from 16 procedures in 2016 to 189 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. Haughom
How does Dr. Haughom's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Haughom has performed 189 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Haughom ranks #23 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Haughom perform?
Dr. Haughom's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (95 cases) and knee replacement (94 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Haughom with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Haughom ranks #9 in Illinois for hip replacement with 95 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 323 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Haughom in Chicago?
Yes. There are 43 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago 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. Haughom 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. Haughom's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 189 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Haughom's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Haughom's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2016 to 189 in the most recent data, a 1081% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 189 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Haughom perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Haughom's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (95 cases), knee replacement (94 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Haughom affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Haughom is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital, Providence Alaska Medical Center, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Central Peninsula General Hospital, Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium. Dr. Haughom maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Haughom compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chicago?
Among the 43 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago, Dr. Haughom ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Chicago has 308 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Haughom practices?
Alaska Regional Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Providence Alaska Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fairbanks Memorial Hospital (3 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 Chicago, Illinois
Dr. Haughom's 189 Medicare procedures are below the Chicago average of 225. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chicago.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Denis Nam | 308 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasili Karas | 269 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raju Ghate | 256 | Knee |
| Dr. Hany Bedair | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Levine | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tad Gerlinger | 155 | Hip, Knee |
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