Dr. James Sostak is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Geneva, Illinois. Dr. Sostak has performed 18 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #46 in Illinois.
Dr. Sostak has recorded 18 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Illinois has 323 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Sostak's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 18 verified procedures in 2023. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Geneva is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Geneva area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sostak
How does Dr. Sostak's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Sostak has performed 18 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. Sostak ranks #269 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sostak perform?
Dr. Sostak's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sostak in Geneva?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Geneva 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. Sostak 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. Sostak's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 18 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Geneva, Illinois
Compare Dr. Sostak's volume with other surgeons practicing in Geneva.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Morawski | 174 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jasper Petrucci | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mohammed Ahmed | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vishal Mehta | 22 | Shoulder |
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