Dr. Eugene Lopez, M.D.
Contact & Location
847-437-9889
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Dr. Lopez performs more knee replacement procedures than 27% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #183 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Lopez
Practice. Dr. Eugene Lopez is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 22 knee replacements and 19 hip replacements, 41 procedures in all. That is #183 in Illinois for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 61 in 2018 and stands at 41 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 22 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Elk Grove Village has 3 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 24 | 35 | 0 |
| 2014 | 20 | 35 | 0 |
| 2015 | 11 | 31 | 0 |
| 2016 | 16 | 33 | 0 |
| 2017 | 12 | 33 | 0 |
| 2018 | 22 | 39 | 0 |
| 2019 | 17 | 40 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 28 | 0 |
| 2022 | 24 | 21 | 0 |
| 2023 | 15 | 28 | 11 |
| 2024 | 19 | 22 | 0 |
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. Lopez Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lopez's recorded volume peaked at 61 procedures in 2018 and stood at 41 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lopez
How does Dr. Lopez's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Lopez has performed 41 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. Lopez ranks #175 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lopez perform?
Dr. Lopez's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lopez in Elk Grove Village?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Elk Grove Village 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. Lopez 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. Lopez's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 170 procedures against the 41 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. Lopez's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Lopez's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 61 procedures in 2018 and was 41 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. Lopez perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lopez's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lopez affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lopez is affiliated with Alexian Brothers Medical Center, St Alexius Medical Center, Northwest Community Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital.
How does Dr. Lopez compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Elk Grove Village?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Elk Grove Village, Dr. Lopez ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lopez is among the highest-volume surgeons in Elk Grove Village.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lopez practices?
Alexian Brothers Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Alexius Medical Center (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). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Dr. Lopez's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Elk Grove Village average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Elk Grove Village.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Kuesis | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Drake | 26 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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