Dr. Harold Rees, MD
Dr. Harold Rees is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Maywood, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Rees has performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#119 in Illinois) and 29 hip replacements, for a combined total of 71 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Rees performs near average in knee (42 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (29 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Rees's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (42 cases) and hip replacements (29 cases).
Maywood is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Maywood area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Rees's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 51 to 100 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Rees's 42 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Rees Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Maywood, IL 60153
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rees's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 51 to 100 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rees
How does Dr. Rees's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Rees has performed 71 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Rees ranks #116 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rees perform?
Dr. Rees's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rees in Maywood?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Maywood 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. Rees 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. Rees's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 71 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Rees's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Rees's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 51 to 100 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Rees perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rees's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rees affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rees is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center, Loyola Gottlieb Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Rees compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Maywood?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Maywood, Dr. Rees ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Rees is among the highest-volume surgeons in Maywood.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rees practices?
Loyola University Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Loyola Gottlieb Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Maywood, Illinois
Dr. Rees's 71 Medicare procedures are above the Maywood average of 46. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Maywood.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nicholas Brown | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Schmitt | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dane Salazar | 38 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Karen Wu | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nickolas Garbis | 32 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Cameron Killen | 24 | Hip, Knee |
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