Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein, MD
Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Morton Grove, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Goldstein has performed 88 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#14 in Illinois) and 76 knee replacements, for a combined total of 164 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Goldstein performs well above average in hip (88 vs 38 avg), above average in knee (76 vs 51 avg).
Dr. Goldstein's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (88 cases) and knee replacements (76 cases).
Morton Grove is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Morton Grove area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Goldstein extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 50 to 164 in the most recent data, a 228% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Goldstein's 88 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
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. Goldstein Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Morton Grove, IL 60053
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Goldstein's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 228% from 50 procedures in 2013 to 164 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. Goldstein
How does Dr. Goldstein's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Goldstein has performed 164 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Goldstein ranks #30 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Goldstein perform?
Dr. Goldstein's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (88 cases) and knee replacement (76 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Goldstein with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Goldstein ranks #14 in Illinois for hip replacement with 88 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 323 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Goldstein in Morton Grove?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Morton Grove 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. Goldstein 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. Goldstein's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 164 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Goldstein's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Goldstein's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 50 procedures in 2013 to 164 in the most recent data, a 228% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 164 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Goldstein perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Goldstein's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (88 cases), knee replacement (76 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Goldstein affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Goldstein is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital 1.
How does Dr. Goldstein compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Morton Grove?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Morton Grove, Dr. Goldstein ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Goldstein is among the highest-volume surgeons in Morton Grove.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Goldstein practices?
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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 Morton Grove, Illinois
Dr. Goldstein's 164 Medicare procedures are above the Morton Grove average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Morton Grove.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Gordon | 203 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ritesh Shah | 109 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Raab | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wayne Goldstein | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Keating | 35 | Hip, Knee |
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