Dr. David Raab, MD
Dr. David Raab is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Morton Grove, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Raab has performed 53 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#89 in Illinois) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 65 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Raab performs near average in knee (53 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Raab's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 82% of reported Medicare volume.
Morton Grove is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Morton Grove area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Raab's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 79 procedures in 2013 before settling at 65 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Raab's 53 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Raab Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Morton Grove, IL 60053
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Raab's recorded volume peaked at 79 procedures in 2013 and stood at 65 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Raab
How does Dr. Raab's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Raab has performed 65 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Raab ranks #129 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Raab perform?
Dr. Raab's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Raab in Morton Grove?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Morton Grove 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. Raab 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. Raab's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 65 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Raab's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Raab's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 79 procedures in 2013 and was 65 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Raab perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Raab's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Raab affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Raab is affiliated with Endeavor Health Clinical Operations, Northwest Community Hospital 1.
How does Dr. Raab compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Morton Grove?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Morton Grove, Dr. Raab ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Morton Grove has 203 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Raab practices?
Endeavor Health Clinical Operations (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Northwest Community Hospital 1 (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Morton Grove, Illinois
Dr. Raab's 65 Medicare procedures are below the Morton Grove average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Morton Grove.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Gordon | 203 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ritesh Shah | 109 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wayne Goldstein | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Keating | 35 | Hip, Knee |
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