Dr. Kevin Hardt, M.D
Dr. Kevin Hardt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Hardt has performed 87 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#43 in Illinois) and 55 hip replacements, for a combined total of 142 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Hardt performs above average in knee (87 vs 51 avg), above average in hip (55 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Hardt's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (87 cases) and hip replacements (55 cases).
Chicago is home to 43 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chicago area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hardt extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 142 in the most recent data, a 735% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hardt's 87 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Hardt Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Chicago, IL 60611
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hardt's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 735% from 17 procedures in 2014 to 142 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. Hardt
How does Dr. Hardt's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Hardt has performed 142 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hardt ranks #44 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hardt perform?
Dr. Hardt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (87 cases) and hip replacement (55 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hardt in Chicago?
Yes. There are 43 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago 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. Hardt 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. Hardt's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 142 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hardt's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hardt's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2014 to 142 in the most recent data, a 735% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 142 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Hardt perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hardt's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (87 cases), hip replacement (55 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hardt affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hardt is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital.
How does Dr. Hardt compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chicago?
Among the 43 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago, Dr. Hardt ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Chicago has 308 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hardt practices?
Northwestern Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwestern Lake Forest 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 Chicago, Illinois
Dr. Hardt's 142 Medicare procedures are below the Chicago average of 223. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chicago.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Denis Nam | 308 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasili Karas | 269 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raju Ghate | 256 | Knee |
| Dr. Hany Bedair | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Haughom | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Levine | 160 | Hip, Knee |
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