Dr. Chukwunenye Osuji, M.D.
Contact & Location
Peoria, IL 61614
Dr. Chukwunenye Osuji is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Peoria, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Osuji has performed 102 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#5 in Illinois) and 48 knee replacements, for a combined total of 150 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Osuji performs well above average in hip (102 vs 39 avg), near average in knee (48 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Osuji's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (102 cases) and knee replacements (48 cases).
Peoria is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Peoria area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Osuji extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 27 to 150 in the most recent data, a 456% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Osuji's 102 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36, ranking #151 nationally.
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. Osuji Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Osuji's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 456% from 27 procedures in 2013 to 150 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 Hip Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Osuji
How does Dr. Osuji's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Osuji has performed 150 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Osuji ranks #37 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Osuji perform?
Dr. Osuji's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (102 cases) and knee replacement (48 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Osuji with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Osuji ranks #5 in Illinois for hip replacement with 102 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 316 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Osuji in Peoria?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Peoria 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. Osuji 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. Osuji's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 150 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Osuji's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Osuji's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2013 to 150 in the most recent data, a 456% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 150 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Osuji perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Osuji's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (102 cases), knee replacement (48 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Osuji affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Osuji is affiliated with Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, Saint Francis Medical Center, Graham Hospital Association.
How does Dr. Osuji compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Peoria?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Peoria, Dr. Osuji ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Osuji is among the highest-volume surgeons in Peoria.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Osuji practices?
Carle Health Proctor Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Carle Health Methodist Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Carle Health Pekin Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Peoria, Illinois
Dr. Osuji's 150 Medicare procedures are above the Peoria average of 116. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Peoria.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Maurer | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Mulvey | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Luke Luetkemeyer | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Gibbons | 82 | Knee |
| Dr. Brent Johnson | 57 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Merkley | 53 | Shoulder |
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