Dr. Raju Ghate is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. In 2023, Dr. Ghate performed 256 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #2 in Illinois. This places Dr. Ghate among the highest-volume joint replacement surgeons in Illinois.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Knee Replacement
256 verified cases
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Questions to Ask Dr. Ghate
This surgeon has high Medicare volume (256 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.
Recommended Script:
"Dr. Ghate, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"
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📞 Phone: 312-664-6848
680 N Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60611
Chicago, IL 60611
NPI: 1184676371
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.