Dr. David Mehl is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Olympia Fields, Illinois. In 2023, Dr. Mehl performed 16 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#142 in Illinois) and 15 knee replacements, for a combined total of 31 procedures.
Dr. Mehl recorded 31 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Illinois has 323 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Mehl's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (16 cases) and knee replacements (15 cases).
Olympia Fields is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Olympia Fields area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
Hospital Affiliations
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mehl
How does Dr. Mehl's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Mehl performed 31 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. Mehl ranks #208 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mehl perform?
Dr. Mehl's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases) and knee replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mehl in Olympia Fields?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Olympia Fields 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. Mehl represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Mehl's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Olympia Fields, Illinois
Compare Dr. Mehl's volume with other surgeons practicing in Olympia Fields.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shane Milu | 88 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ram Aribindi | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Payne | 13 | Knee |
Preparing for Surgery?
Browse recommended recovery products for hip replacement
View Recovery ProductsContact & Location
Olympia Fields, IL 60461