Dr. Kenneth Chakour, M.D.
Contact & Location
847-382-6766
Barrington, IL 60010
Dr. Chakour performs more knee replacement procedures than 89% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #27 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Chakour
Practice. Dr. Kenneth Chakour is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Barrington, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 103 knee replacements and 46 hip replacements, 149 procedures in all. That is #27 in Illinois for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2012.
Trend. Dr. Chakour first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 103 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Barrington has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 62 procedures in 2023 and 149 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Chakour Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chakour has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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
If you are considering knee replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
An overview of current surgical approaches including robotic-assisted and minimally invasive techniques, implant options, and expected outcomes.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Chakour
How does Dr. Chakour's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Chakour has performed 149 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Chakour ranks #38 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chakour perform?
Dr. Chakour's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (103 cases) and hip replacement (46 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chakour in Barrington?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Barrington 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. Chakour 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. Chakour's total volume across all insurers at roughly 510 to 630 procedures against the 149 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.
Does Dr. Chakour perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Chakour's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (103 cases), hip replacement (46 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chakour affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Chakour is affiliated with Advocate Sherman Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Community Hospital, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital.
How does Dr. Chakour compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Barrington?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Barrington, Dr. Chakour ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Chakour is among the highest-volume surgeons in Barrington.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Chakour practices?
Advocate Sherman Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Northwestern Medicine Delnor Community Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital (4 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 Barrington, Illinois
Dr. Chakour's 149 Medicare procedures are above the Barrington average of 121. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Barrington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Marc Angerame | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremy Oryhon | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Cummins | 47 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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