Dr. Rajeev Puri, M.D.
Contact & Location
815-928-8050
Bradley, IL 60915
Dr. Puri performs more knee replacement procedures than 89% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #26 of 251 ranked knee surgeons in Illinois.
About Dr. Puri
Practice. Dr. Rajeev Puri is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bradley, Illinois. The latest annual CMS data records 103 knee replacements and 98 hip replacements, 201 procedures in all. That is #26 in Illinois for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 61 procedures a year to 201, up 230%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 103 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Bradley has 5 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 29 | 32 |
| 2014 | 24 | 37 |
| 2015 | 41 | 36 |
| 2016 | 70 | 37 |
| 2017 | 58 | 76 |
| 2018 | 69 | 99 |
| 2019 | 59 | 96 |
| 2020 | 74 | 86 |
| 2021 | 45 | 83 |
| 2022 | 67 | 72 |
| 2023 | 59 | 118 |
| 2024 | 98 | 103 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Puri Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Puri's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 230% from 61 procedures in 2013 to 201 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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Puri
How does Dr. Puri's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Puri has performed 201 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Puri ranks #14 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Puri perform?
Dr. Puri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (103 cases) and hip replacement (98 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Puri 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. Puri 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Puri's total volume across all insurers at roughly 660 to 840 procedures against the 201 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. Puri's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Puri's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 61 procedures in 2013 to 201 in the most recent data, a 230% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 201 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Puri perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Puri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (103 cases), hip replacement (98 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Puri affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Puri is affiliated with St. Mary'S Hospital-Kankakee, Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers, Riverside Medical Center, Iroquois Memorial Hospital, Palos Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Puri compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bradley?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Bradley, Dr. Puri ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Puri has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Puri practices?
St. Mary'S Hospital-Kankakee (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers (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. Puri's 201 Medicare procedures are above the Bradley average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bradley.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Corcoran | 72 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Alexander Michalow | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tomasz Antkowiak | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jalaal Shah | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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