Dr. Connor Kasik
Contact & Location
Peru, IL 61354
Dr. Connor Kasik is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Peru, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Kasik has performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#178 in Illinois) and 12 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 35 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Kasik performs below average in knee (23 vs 50 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Kasik's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (23 cases) and shoulder replacements (12 cases).
Peru is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Peru area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kasik extend back to 2021, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 35 in the most recent data, a 150% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Kasik's 23 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Kasik Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kasik's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 150% from 14 procedures in 2021 to 35 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. Kasik
How does Dr. Kasik's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Kasik has performed 35 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. Kasik ranks #197 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kasik perform?
Dr. Kasik's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and shoulder replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kasik in Peru?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Peru 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. Kasik 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. Kasik's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 35 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kasik's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kasik's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2021 to 35 in the most recent data, a 150% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 35 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Kasik perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kasik's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kasik affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kasik is affiliated with Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Osf Saint Paul Medical Center, Osf Saint Clare Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kasik practices?
Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Osf Saint Clare Medical Center (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 Peru, Illinois
Dr. Kasik's 35 Medicare procedures are below the Peru average of 46. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Peru.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Mitchell | 57 | Hip, Knee |
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