Dr. Erick Kawakita, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Erick Kawakita is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Champaign, Illinois. In 2023, Dr. Kawakita performed 74 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#60 in Illinois) and 14 hip replacements (#154 in Illinois), for a combined total of 88 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Illinois.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
74 verified cases
#60 in Illinois
Hip Replacement
14 verified cases
#154 in Illinois

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Kawakita

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (88 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Kawakita, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 217-383-3260
1802 S Mattis Ave
Champaign, IL 61821
NPI: 1861692394
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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