Dr. John Daniels, M.D.
Contact & Location
815-398-9491
Algonquin, IL 60102
Mchenry, IL 60050
Dr. Daniels 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: #15 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Daniels
Practice. Dr. John Daniels is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Algonquin, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 120 knee replacements and 52 hip replacements, 172 procedures in all. That is #15 in Illinois for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 122 procedures a year to 172, up 41%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 120 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Algonquin has 5 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 | 40 | 82 |
| 2014 | 39 | 75 |
| 2015 | 56 | 88 |
| 2016 | 46 | 98 |
| 2017 | 56 | 121 |
| 2018 | 41 | 107 |
| 2019 | 62 | 129 |
| 2020 | 64 | 150 |
| 2021 | 67 | 154 |
| 2022 | 65 | 137 |
| 2023 | 70 | 134 |
| 2024 | 52 | 120 |
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. Daniels Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Daniels's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 41% from 122 procedures in 2013 to 172 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Daniels
How does Dr. Daniels's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Daniels has performed 172 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Daniels ranks #25 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Daniels perform?
Dr. Daniels's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (120 cases) and hip replacement (52 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Daniels with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Daniels ranks #15 in Illinois for knee replacement with 120 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 316 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Daniels in Algonquin?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Algonquin 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. Daniels 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. Daniels's total volume across all insurers at roughly 590 to 730 procedures against the 172 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. Daniels's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Daniels's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 122 procedures in 2013 to 172 in the most recent data, a 41% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 221 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Daniels perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Daniels's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (120 cases), hip replacement (52 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Daniels affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Daniels is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital.
How does Dr. Daniels compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Algonquin?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Algonquin, Dr. Daniels ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Daniels is among the highest-volume surgeons in Algonquin.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Daniels practices?
Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital (5 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 Algonquin, Illinois
Dr. Daniels's 172 Medicare procedures are above the Algonquin average of 145. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Algonquin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Frank Bohnenkamp | 224 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Shawn Palmer | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Harvey | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rolando Izquierdo | 70 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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