Dr. Lalit Puri, MD
Contact & Location
Skokie, IL 60076
Dr. Lalit Puri is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Skokie, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Puri has performed 98 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#34 in Illinois) and 93 hip replacements, for a combined total of 191 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Puri performs above average in knee (98 vs 50 avg), well above average in hip (93 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Puri's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (98 cases) and hip replacements (93 cases).
Skokie is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Skokie area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Puri extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 135 to 191 in the most recent data, a 41% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Puri's 98 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Puri Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Puri's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 41% from 135 procedures in 2013 to 191 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. Puri
How does Dr. Puri's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Puri has performed 191 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Puri ranks #17 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Puri perform?
Dr. Puri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (98 cases) and hip replacement (93 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Puri in Skokie?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Skokie 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. Puri 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. Puri's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 191 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Puri's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Puri's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 135 procedures in 2013 to 191 in the most recent data, a 41% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 232 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Puri perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Puri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (98 cases), hip replacement (93 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Puri affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Puri is affiliated with Endeavor Health Clinical Operations, Swedish Hospital.
How does Dr. Puri compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Skokie?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Skokie, Dr. Puri ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Puri has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Puri practices?
Endeavor Health Clinical Operations (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Swedish Hospital (2 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 Skokie, Illinois
Dr. Puri's 191 Medicare procedures are above the Skokie average of 94. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Skokie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ravi Bashyal | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Koh | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Levin | 12 | Shoulder |
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