Dr. Michael Corcoran, MD
Contact & Location
Bradley, IL 60915
Dr. Michael Corcoran is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bradley, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Corcoran has performed 51 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#93 in Illinois) and 21 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 72 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Corcoran performs near average in knee (51 vs 50 avg), below average in shoulder (21 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Corcoran's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (51 cases) and shoulder replacements (21 cases).
Bradley is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bradley area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Corcoran's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 99 procedures in 2016 before settling at 72 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Corcoran's 51 verified procedures is near 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. Corcoran Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Corcoran's recorded volume peaked at 99 procedures in 2016 and stood at 72 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Corcoran
How does Dr. Corcoran's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Corcoran has performed 72 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Corcoran ranks #117 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Corcoran perform?
Dr. Corcoran's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases) and shoulder replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Corcoran in Bradley?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Bradley 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. Corcoran 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. Corcoran's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 72 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Corcoran's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Corcoran's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 99 procedures in 2016 and was 72 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Corcoran perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Corcoran's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), shoulder replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Corcoran affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Corcoran is affiliated with St. Mary'S Hospital-Kankakee, Riverside Medical Center.
How does Dr. Corcoran compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bradley?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Bradley, Dr. Corcoran ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Corcoran is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bradley.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Corcoran practices?
St. Mary'S Hospital-Kankakee (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Riverside Medical Center (4 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 Bradley, Illinois
Dr. Corcoran's 72 Medicare procedures are below the Bradley average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bradley.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Rajeev Puri | 201 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Michalow | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tomasz Antkowiak | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jalaal Shah | 13 | Knee |
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