Dr. Nickolas Garbis, MD
Contact & Location
Maywood, IL 60153
Dr. Nickolas Garbis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Maywood, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Garbis has performed 39 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #16 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Garbis performs above average in shoulder (39 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Garbis's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 39 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.
Maywood is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Maywood area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Garbis extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 24 to 39 in the most recent data, a 63% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Garbis's 39 verified procedures is above the national average of 29.
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. Garbis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Garbis's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 63% from 24 procedures in 2013 to 39 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Garbis
How does Dr. Garbis's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Garbis has performed 39 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. Garbis ranks #186 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Garbis perform?
Dr. Garbis's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 39 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Garbis with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Garbis ranks #16 in Illinois for shoulder replacement with 39 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 316 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Garbis in Maywood?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Maywood 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. Garbis 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. Garbis's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Garbis's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Garbis's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 24 procedures in 2013 to 39 in the most recent data, a 63% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 41 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Garbis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Garbis is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center, Loyola Gottlieb Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Garbis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Maywood?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Maywood, Dr. Garbis ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Maywood has 73 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Garbis practices?
Loyola University Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Loyola Gottlieb Memorial Hospital (2 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 Maywood, Illinois
Dr. Garbis's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Maywood average of 48. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Maywood.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Harold Rees | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Brown | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Schmitt | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dane Salazar | 31 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Cameron Killen | 30 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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