Dr. Hany Bedair, MD
Dr. Hany Bedair is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Bedair has performed 147 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#7 in Illinois) and 91 hip replacements, for a combined total of 238 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Bedair performs well above average in knee (147 vs 51 avg), well above average in hip (91 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Bedair's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (147 cases) and hip replacements (91 cases).
Chicago is home to 43 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Bedair extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 101 to 238 in the most recent data, a 136% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bedair's 147 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #173 nationally.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Bedair Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Chicago, IL 60612
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bedair's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 136% from 101 procedures in 2013 to 238 in the most recent data.
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. Bedair
How does Dr. Bedair's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Bedair has performed 238 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bedair ranks #6 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bedair perform?
Dr. Bedair's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (147 cases) and hip replacement (91 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bedair with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bedair ranks #7 in Illinois for knee replacement with 147 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 323 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bedair in Chicago?
Yes. There are 43 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. Bedair represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Bedair's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 238 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bedair's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bedair's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 101 procedures in 2013 to 238 in the most recent data, a 136% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 238 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Bedair perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bedair's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (147 cases), hip replacement (91 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bedair affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bedair is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Brigham And Women'S Hospital. Dr. Bedair maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Bedair compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chicago?
Among the 43 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago, Dr. Bedair ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Chicago has 308 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bedair practices?
Massachusetts General Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Newton-Wellesley Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Brigham And Women'S Hospital (5 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 Chicago, Illinois
Dr. Bedair's 238 Medicare procedures are above the Chicago average of 225. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chicago.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Denis Nam | 308 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasili Karas | 269 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raju Ghate | 256 | Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Haughom | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Levine | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tad Gerlinger | 155 | Hip, Knee |
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