Dr. Nicholas Frisch, M.D.
Contact & Location
Kildeer, IL 60047
Dr. Nicholas Frisch is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kildeer, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Frisch has performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #213 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Frisch performs below average in knee (16 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Frisch's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 16 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Frisch holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Frisch is the only orthopedic surgeon in Kildeer represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Frisch's Medicare record spans 9 years from 2016 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 14 to 23 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Frisch's 16 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Frisch Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Frisch's procedure volume has been consistent across 9 years of Medicare data, ranging from 14 to 23 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Frisch
How does Dr. Frisch's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Frisch has performed 16 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Illinois average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Frisch ranks #275 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Frisch perform?
Dr. Frisch's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Frisch's practice located?
Dr. Frisch practices in Kildeer, Illinois. The office is located at 21481 N. Rand Rd., 2nd Fl, Kildeer, IL 60047. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Frisch for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Frisch 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. Frisch's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Frisch's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Frisch's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 9 years of Medicare data, ranging from 14 to 23 procedures per year between 2016 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Frisch affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Frisch is affiliated with Northwest Community Hospital 1.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Frisch practices?
Northwest Community Hospital 1 (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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