Dr. Denis Nam is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. In 2023, Dr. Nam performed 240 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#3 in Illinois) and 68 hip replacements, for a combined total of 308 procedures.
With 308 total procedures, Dr. Nam ranks in the top 0% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, where the average surgeon performs 70 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 4x the statewide average.
Dr. Nam's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 78% of reported Medicare volume.
Chicago is home to 40 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chicago area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nam
How does Dr. Nam's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Nam performed 308 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Illinois average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Nam ranks #2 out of 314 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nam perform?
Dr. Nam's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (240 cases) and hip replacement (68 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Nam with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Nam ranks #3 in Illinois for knee replacement with 240 Medicare-verified procedures in 2023. This high ranking among 314 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nam in Chicago?
Yes. There are 40 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago 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. Nam 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. Nam's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 308 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Chicago, Illinois
Compare Dr. Nam's volume with other surgeons practicing in Chicago.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Vasili Karas | 269 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raju Ghate | 256 | Knee |
| Dr. Hany Bedair | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Haughom | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Levine | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tad Gerlinger | 155 | Hip, Knee |
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