Dr. Rajeev Puri, MD
Dr. Rajeev Puri is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bradley, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Puri has performed 118 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#19 in Illinois) and 59 hip replacements, for a combined total of 177 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Puri performs well above average in knee (118 vs 51 avg), above average in hip (59 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Puri's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (118 cases) and hip replacements (59 cases).
Bradley is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bradley area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Puri extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 61 to 177 in the most recent data, a 190% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Puri's 118 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Puri Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Bradley, IL 60915
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Puri's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 190% from 61 procedures in 2013 to 177 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.
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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 177 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Puri ranks #26 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Puri perform?
Dr. Puri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (118 cases) and hip replacement (59 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Puri with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Puri ranks #19 in Illinois for knee replacement with 118 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 323 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Puri in Bradley?
Yes. There are 6 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 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. Puri's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 177 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Puri's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Puri's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 61 procedures in 2013 to 177 in the most recent data, a 190% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 177 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Puri perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Puri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (118 cases), hip replacement (59 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.
How does Dr. Puri compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bradley?
Among the 6 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 177 Medicare procedures are above the Bradley average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bradley.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Corcoran | 88 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jalaal Shah | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Michalow | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Milton Smit | 12 | Knee |
| Dr. Tomasz Antkowiak | 12 | Shoulder |
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