Dr. Daniel Kuesis, M.D.
Contact & Location
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Dr. Daniel Kuesis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Kuesis has performed 106 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#22 in Illinois) and 67 hip replacements, for a combined total of 173 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Kuesis performs well above average in knee (106 vs 50 avg), above average in hip (67 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Kuesis's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (106 cases) and hip replacements (67 cases).
Elk Grove Village is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Elk Grove Village area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kuesis extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 136 to 173 in the most recent data, a 27% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kuesis's 106 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. Kuesis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kuesis's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 27% from 136 procedures in 2013 to 173 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. Kuesis
How does Dr. Kuesis's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Kuesis has performed 173 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kuesis ranks #23 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kuesis perform?
Dr. Kuesis's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (106 cases) and hip replacement (67 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kuesis in Elk Grove Village?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Elk Grove Village 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. Kuesis 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. Kuesis's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 173 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kuesis's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kuesis's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 136 procedures in 2013 to 173 in the most recent data, a 27% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 193 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Kuesis perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kuesis's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (106 cases), hip replacement (67 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kuesis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kuesis is affiliated with St Alexius Medical Center, Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital 1, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Kuesis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Elk Grove Village?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Elk Grove Village, Dr. Kuesis ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kuesis has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kuesis practices?
St Alexius Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1 (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Advocate Good Shepherd 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 Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Dr. Kuesis's 173 Medicare procedures are above the Elk Grove Village average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Elk Grove Village.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eugene Lopez | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Drake | 26 | Shoulder |
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