Dr. Matthew Caid
Contact & Location
Chicago, IL 60647
Dr. Matthew Caid is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Caid has performed 58 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#83 in Illinois) and 31 hip replacements, for a combined total of 89 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Caid performs near average in knee (58 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (31 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Caid's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (58 cases) and hip replacements (31 cases).
Chicago is home to 41 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. Caid extend back to 2021, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 31 to 89 in the most recent data, a 187% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Caid's 58 verified procedures is above 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. Caid Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Caid's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 187% from 31 procedures in 2021 to 89 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. Caid
How does Dr. Caid's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Caid has performed 89 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Caid ranks #88 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Caid perform?
Dr. Caid's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Caid in Chicago?
Yes. There are 41 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. Caid 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. Caid's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 89 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Caid's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Caid's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2021 to 89 in the most recent data, a 187% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 99 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Caid perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Caid's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Caid affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Caid is affiliated with Trinity Health Livingston Hospital, Ascension Providence Hospital, Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital. Dr. Caid maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Caid compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chicago?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago, Dr. Caid ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Chicago has 318 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Caid practices?
Trinity Health Livingston Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ascension Providence Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital (2 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. Caid's 89 Medicare procedures are below the Chicago average of 214. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chicago.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Denis Nam | 318 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasili Karas | 287 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raju Ghate | 257 | Knee |
| Dr. Hany Bedair | 249 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tad Gerlinger | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Hardt | 141 | Hip, Knee |
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