Knee
Dr. Jeffrey Murray, M.D.
Dr. Jeffrey Murray is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Murray has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #209 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Murray performs below average in knee (18 vs 51 avg).
Dr. Murray's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 18 verified procedures. 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.
Elk Grove Village is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Elk Grove Village area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Murray's Medicare data spans 5 years, beginning in 2017. Volume peaked at 31 procedures in 2019 before settling at 18 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Murray's 18 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Murray Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Murray's recorded volume peaked at 31 procedures in 2019 and stood at 18 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Murray
How does Dr. Murray's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Murray 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. Murray ranks #263 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Murray perform?
Dr. Murray's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee 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. Murray in Elk Grove Village?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Elk Grove Village 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. Murray 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. Murray's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 18 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Murray's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Murray's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 31 procedures in 2019 and was 18 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Murray affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Murray is affiliated with St Alexius Medical Center, Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1, Northwest Community Hospital 1.
How does Dr. Murray compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Elk Grove Village?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Elk Grove Village, Dr. Murray ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Elk Grove Village has 193 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Murray practices?
St Alexius Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1 (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 Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Dr. Murray's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Elk Grove Village average of 65. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Elk Grove Village.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Kuesis | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eugene Lopez | 54 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Drake | 34 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Sean Odell | 25 | Knee |
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