Dr. Mark Hamming
Dr. Mark Hamming is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gurnee, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Hamming has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#166 in Illinois) and 28 hip replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Hamming performs below average in knee (28 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (28 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Hamming's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (28 cases).
Gurnee is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gurnee area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hamming extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 56 in the most recent data, a 331% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hamming's 28 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Hamming Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Gurnee, IL 60031
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hamming's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 331% from 13 procedures in 2016 to 56 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. Hamming
How does Dr. Hamming's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Hamming has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hamming ranks #146 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hamming perform?
Dr. Hamming's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hamming in Gurnee?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Gurnee 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. Hamming 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. Hamming's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hamming's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hamming's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2016 to 56 in the most recent data, a 331% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 59 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Hamming perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hamming's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hamming affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hamming is affiliated with Advocate Condell Medical Center, Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital.
How does Dr. Hamming compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gurnee?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Gurnee, Dr. Hamming ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hamming is among the highest-volume surgeons in Gurnee.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hamming practices?
Advocate Condell Medical Center (4 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 Gurnee, Illinois
Dr. Hamming's 56 Medicare procedures are above the Gurnee average of 33. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gurnee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Hamming | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tomas Nemickas | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Logue | 24 | Knee |
| Dr. Bruce Summerville | 14 | Knee |
| Dr. John Mayer | 11 | Knee |
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