Dr. Hasham Alvi, MD
Contact & Location
Schaumburg, IL 60195
Dr. Hasham Alvi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Schaumburg, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Alvi has performed 78 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#19 in Illinois) and 37 knee replacements, for a combined total of 115 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Alvi performs well above average in hip (78 vs 39 avg), below average in knee (37 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Alvi's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (78 cases) and knee replacements (37 cases).
Schaumburg is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Schaumburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Alvi extend back to 2017, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 33 to 115 in the most recent data, a 248% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Alvi's 78 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Alvi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Alvi's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 248% from 33 procedures in 2017 to 115 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. Alvi
How does Dr. Alvi's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Alvi has performed 115 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Alvi ranks #61 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Alvi perform?
Dr. Alvi's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (78 cases) and knee replacement (37 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Alvi with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Alvi ranks #19 in Illinois for hip replacement with 78 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 316 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Alvi in Schaumburg?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Schaumburg 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. Alvi 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. Alvi's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 115 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Alvi's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Alvi's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 33 procedures in 2017 to 115 in the most recent data, a 248% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 155 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Alvi perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Alvi's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (78 cases), knee replacement (37 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alvi affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Alvi is affiliated with Northwest Community Hospital 1.
How does Dr. Alvi compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Schaumburg?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Schaumburg, Dr. Alvi ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Alvi is among the highest-volume surgeons in Schaumburg.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Alvi practices?
Northwest Community Hospital 1 (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 Schaumburg, Illinois
Dr. Alvi's 115 Medicare procedures are above the Schaumburg average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Schaumburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Nourbash | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Obermeyer | 53 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Rohan Gopinath | 28 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Rotstein | 28 | Knee |
| Dr. Sean Jereb | 22 | Knee |
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