Dr. Hue Luu
Dr. Hue Luu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Luu has performed 75 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#59 in Illinois) and 47 hip replacements, for a combined total of 122 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Luu performs above average in knee (75 vs 51 avg), above average in hip (47 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Luu's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (75 cases) and hip replacements (47 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.
Dr. Luu's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 120 to 154 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Luu's 75 verified procedures is above 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. Luu Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Chicago, IL 60637
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Luu's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 120 to 154 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. Luu
How does Dr. Luu's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Luu has performed 122 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Luu ranks #58 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Luu perform?
Dr. Luu's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases) and hip replacement (47 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Luu 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. Luu 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. Luu's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 122 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Luu's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Luu's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 120 to 154 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Luu perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Luu's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases), hip replacement (47 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Luu affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Luu is affiliated with The University Of Chicago Medical Center, Ingalls Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Luu compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chicago?
Among the 43 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago, Dr. Luu ranks #9 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. Luu practices?
The University Of Chicago Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ingalls Memorial Hospital (1 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. Luu's 122 Medicare procedures are below the Chicago average of 220. 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. Hany Bedair | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Haughom | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Levine | 160 | Hip, Knee |
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