Dr. Rahul Gokhale, M.D.
Contact & Location
630-790-1872
Lombard, IL 60148
Dr. Gokhale performs more knee replacement procedures than 62% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #94 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Gokhale
Practice. Dr. Rahul Gokhale is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lombard, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 50 knee replacements. That is #94 in Illinois for knee replacement. Dr. Gokhale also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 30 procedures a year to 50, up 67%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 50 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Lombard has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 42 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 36 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 40 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 52 |
| 2023 | 65 |
| 2024 | 50 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Gokhale Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gokhale's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 67% from 30 procedures in 2013 to 50 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gokhale
How does Dr. Gokhale's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Gokhale has performed 50 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. Gokhale ranks #158 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gokhale perform?
Dr. Gokhale's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 50 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gokhale in Lombard?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lombard 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. Gokhale represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Gokhale's total volume across all insurers at roughly 180 to 220 procedures against the 50 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Gokhale's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gokhale's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 30 procedures in 2013 to 50 in the most recent data, a 67% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 65 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gokhale affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gokhale is affiliated with Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Edward Hospital, Palos Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Gokhale compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lombard?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lombard, Dr. Gokhale ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gokhale is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lombard.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gokhale practices?
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Edward Hospital (4 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 Lombard, Illinois
Dr. Gokhale's 50 Medicare procedures are below the Lombard average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lombard.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Smith | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mohammed Ahmed | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Kester | 12 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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