Dr. Nikhil Chokshi, MD
Dr. Nikhil Chokshi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Joliet, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Chokshi has performed 58 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#38 in Illinois) and 33 knee replacements, for a combined total of 91 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Chokshi performs above average in hip (58 vs 38 avg), below average in knee (33 vs 51 avg).
Dr. Chokshi's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (58 cases) and knee replacements (33 cases).
Joliet is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Joliet area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Chokshi extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 33 to 91 in the most recent data, a 176% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Chokshi's 58 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Chokshi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Joliet, IL 60435
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chokshi's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 176% from 33 procedures in 2013 to 91 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Chokshi
How does Dr. Chokshi's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Chokshi has performed 91 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Chokshi ranks #79 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chokshi perform?
Dr. Chokshi's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (58 cases) and knee replacement (33 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chokshi in Joliet?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Joliet 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. Chokshi 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. Chokshi's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 91 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Chokshi's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Chokshi's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 33 procedures in 2013 to 91 in the most recent data, a 176% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 91 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Chokshi perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Chokshi's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (58 cases), knee replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Chokshi compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Joliet?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Joliet, Dr. Chokshi ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Chokshi is among the highest-volume surgeons in Joliet.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Joliet, Illinois
Dr. Chokshi's 91 Medicare procedures are above the Joliet average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Joliet.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Anuj Puppala | 244 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Thorsness | 72 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jason Hurbanek | 43 | Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Dworsky | 21 | Knee |
| Dr. Jourdan Cancienne | 17 | Shoulder |
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