Dr. Jamil Kendall, MD
Contact & Location
Palos Heights, IL 60463
Dr. Jamil Kendall is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Kendall has performed 18 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#143 in Illinois) and 15 knee replacements, for a combined total of 33 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Kendall performs below average in hip (18 vs 39 avg), below average in knee (15 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Kendall's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (18 cases) and knee replacements (15 cases).
Palos Heights is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Palos Heights area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Kendall first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Kendall's 18 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Kendall Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
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. Kendall
How does Dr. Kendall's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Kendall has performed 33 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. Kendall ranks #202 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kendall perform?
Dr. Kendall's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (18 cases) and knee replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kendall in Palos Heights?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Palos Heights 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. Kendall 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. Kendall's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Kendall perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kendall's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (18 cases), knee replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kendall affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kendall is affiliated with Palos Community Hospital, Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kendall compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Palos Heights?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Palos Heights, Dr. Kendall ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kendall is among the highest-volume surgeons in Palos Heights.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kendall practices?
Palos Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center (3 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 Palos Heights, Illinois
Dr. Kendall's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Palos Heights average of 44. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Palos Heights.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Wardell | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Luke | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Henry Fuentes | 32 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bruce Dolitsky | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Nirav Shah | 14 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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