Dr. Jalaal Shah, D.O.
Dr. Jalaal Shah is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bradley, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Shah has performed 28 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#99 in Illinois) and 18 knee replacements, for a combined total of 46 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Shah performs below average in hip (28 vs 38 avg), below average in knee (18 vs 51 avg).
Dr. Shah's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (28 cases) and knee replacements (18 cases).
Bradley is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bradley area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Shah extend back to 2017, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 20 to 46 in the most recent data, a 130% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Shah's 28 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Shah Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Bradley, IL 60915
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shah's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 130% from 20 procedures in 2017 to 46 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. Shah
How does Dr. Shah's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Shah has performed 46 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. Shah ranks #163 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shah perform?
Dr. Shah's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases) and knee replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shah in Bradley?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Bradley 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. Shah 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. Shah's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 46 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Shah's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Shah's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2017 to 46 in the most recent data, a 130% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 53 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Shah perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Shah's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases), knee replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shah affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital.
How does Dr. Shah compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bradley?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Bradley, Dr. Shah ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Shah is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bradley.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shah practices?
Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage 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 Bradley, Illinois
Dr. Shah's 46 Medicare procedures are below the Bradley average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bradley.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Rajeev Puri | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Corcoran | 88 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Alexander Michalow | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Milton Smit | 12 | Knee |
| Dr. Tomasz Antkowiak | 12 | Shoulder |
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