Dr. Eduard Sladek, M.D.
Contact & Location
847-593-5511
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Dr. Sladek performs more knee replacement procedures than 33% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #166 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Sladek
Practice. Dr. Eduard Sladek is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 26 knee replacements and 17 hip replacements, 43 procedures in all. That is #166 in Illinois for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 13 and 43 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 26 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Arlington Heights 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 | 16 | 22 |
| 2014 | 12 | 22 |
| 2015 | 0 | 22 |
| 2016 | 0 | 18 |
| 2017 | 0 | 13 |
| 2018 | 11 | 15 |
| 2019 | 0 | 22 |
| 2020 | 13 | 17 |
| 2021 | 16 | 12 |
| 2022 | 17 | 20 |
| 2023 | 12 | 20 |
| 2024 | 17 | 26 |
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. Sladek Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sladek's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 43 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sladek
How does Dr. Sladek's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Sladek has performed 43 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. Sladek ranks #168 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sladek perform?
Dr. Sladek's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sladek in Arlington Heights?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Arlington Heights 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. Sladek 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. Sladek's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 180 procedures against the 43 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. Sladek's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Sladek's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 43 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Sladek perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sladek's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sladek affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sladek is affiliated with Northwest Community Hospital, Alexian Brothers Medical Center.
How does Dr. Sladek compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Arlington Heights?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Arlington Heights, Dr. Sladek ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sladek is among the highest-volume surgeons in Arlington Heights.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sladek practices?
Northwest Community Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Alexian Brothers Medical Center (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 Arlington Heights, Illinois
Dr. Sladek's 43 Medicare procedures are below the Arlington Heights average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Arlington Heights.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Phillip Ludkowski | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Kim | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Hill | 21 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Moss | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. John Ross | 12 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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