Dr. Linda Suleiman, M.D.
Dr. Linda Suleiman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Suleiman has performed 63 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#76 in Illinois) and 25 hip replacements, for a combined total of 88 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Suleiman performs above average in knee (63 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (25 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Suleiman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (63 cases) and hip replacements (25 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. Suleiman extend back to 2017, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 88 in the most recent data, a 700% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Suleiman's 63 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. Suleiman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Chicago, IL 60611
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Suleiman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 700% from 11 procedures in 2017 to 88 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. Suleiman
How does Dr. Suleiman's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Suleiman has performed 88 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Suleiman ranks #87 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Suleiman perform?
Dr. Suleiman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Suleiman 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. Suleiman 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. Suleiman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 88 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Suleiman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Suleiman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2017 to 88 in the most recent data, a 700% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 88 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Suleiman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Suleiman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Suleiman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Suleiman is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Palos Community Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital, Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital.
How does Dr. Suleiman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chicago?
Among the 43 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago, Dr. Suleiman ranks #14 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. Suleiman practices?
Northwestern Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Palos Community Hospital (3 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 Chicago, Illinois
Dr. Suleiman's 88 Medicare procedures are below the Chicago average of 215. 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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