Dr. David Raab, M.D.
Contact & Location
847-375-3000
Morton Grove, IL 60053
Dr. Raab performs more knee replacement procedures than 69% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #76 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Raab
Practice. Dr. David Raab is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Morton Grove, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 60 knee replacements and 12 hip replacements, 72 procedures in all. That is #76 in Illinois for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 48 and 79 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 60 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Morton Grove has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 | 67 |
| 2014 | 0 | 68 |
| 2015 | 14 | 55 |
| 2016 | 15 | 56 |
| 2017 | 0 | 48 |
| 2018 | 11 | 48 |
| 2019 | 0 | 49 |
| 2020 | 0 | 51 |
| 2021 | 0 | 54 |
| 2022 | 0 | 61 |
| 2023 | 12 | 53 |
| 2024 | 12 | 60 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Raab Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Raab's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 48 to 79 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 72 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Raab ranks #116 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Raab perform?
Dr. Raab's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 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 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Raab's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 310 procedures against the 72 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Raab's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Raab's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 48 to 79 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Raab perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Raab's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 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 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital, Endeavor Health Clinical Operations.
How does Dr. Raab compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Morton Grove?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Morton Grove, Dr. Raab ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Morton Grove has 246 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Raab practices?
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwest Community Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Endeavor Health Clinical Operations (5 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 72 Medicare procedures are below the Morton Grove average of 130. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Morton Grove.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Gordon | 246 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein | 186 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Keating | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ritesh Shah | 113 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wayne Goldstein | 40 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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