Dr. John Bottros, M.D.
Contact & Location
815-398-9491
Rockford, IL 61114
Rockford, IL 61107
Dr. Bottros performs more knee replacement procedures than 94% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #13 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Bottros
Practice. Dr. John Bottros is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rockford, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 124 knee replacements and 49 hip replacements, 173 procedures in all. That is #13 in Illinois for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 59 procedures a year to 173, up 193%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 124 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Rockford has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 25 | 34 |
| 2014 | 50 | 75 |
| 2015 | 43 | 70 |
| 2016 | 59 | 123 |
| 2017 | 60 | 121 |
| 2018 | 65 | 108 |
| 2019 | 53 | 144 |
| 2020 | 53 | 123 |
| 2021 | 59 | 117 |
| 2022 | 57 | 146 |
| 2023 | 48 | 154 |
| 2024 | 49 | 124 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Bottros Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bottros's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 193% from 59 procedures in 2013 to 173 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bottros
How does Dr. Bottros's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Bottros has performed 173 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bottros ranks #24 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bottros perform?
Dr. Bottros's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (124 cases) and hip replacement (49 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bottros with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bottros ranks #13 in Illinois for knee replacement with 124 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 316 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bottros in Rockford?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Rockford 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. Bottros represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Bottros's total volume across all insurers at roughly 590 to 740 procedures against the 173 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Bottros's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bottros's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 59 procedures in 2013 to 173 in the most recent data, a 193% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 203 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Bottros perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bottros's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (124 cases), hip replacement (49 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bottros affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bottros is affiliated with Saint Anthony Medical Center, Uw Health, Osf Saint Paul Medical Center, Osf Saint Katharine Medical Center, Mercyhealth Fhn Hospital.
How does Dr. Bottros compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rockford?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Rockford, Dr. Bottros ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bottros is among the highest-volume surgeons in Rockford.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bottros practices?
Saint Anthony Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uw Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Rockford, Illinois
Dr. Bottros's 173 Medicare procedures are above the Rockford average of 99. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rockford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Oyer | 210 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremiah Pflederer | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Barba | 88 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Trenhaile | 53 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Mathew Legel | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Blint | 32 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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