Knee
Dr. Raju Ghate, MD
Dr. Raju Ghate is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Ghate has performed 256 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #2 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Ghate performs well above average in knee (256 vs 51 avg).
Dr. Ghate's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 256 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Chicago is home to 43 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chicago area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ghate extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 163 to 256 in the most recent data, a 57% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ghate's 256 verified procedures is more than 5x the national average of 45, ranking #21 nationally.
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. Ghate Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Chicago, IL 60611
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ghate's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 57% from 163 procedures in 2013 to 256 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. Ghate
How does Dr. Ghate's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Ghate has performed 256 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ghate ranks #4 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ghate perform?
Dr. Ghate's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 256 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Ghate with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Ghate ranks #2 in Illinois for knee replacement with 256 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 323 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ghate in Chicago?
Yes. There are 43 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago 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. Ghate 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. Ghate's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 256 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ghate's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ghate's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 163 procedures in 2013 to 256 in the most recent data, a 57% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 265 procedures in 2019.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ghate affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ghate is affiliated with Endeavor Health Clinical Operations, Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital 1, Swedish Hospital.
How does Dr. Ghate compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chicago?
Among the 43 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago, Dr. Ghate ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ghate is among the highest-volume surgeons in Chicago.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ghate practices?
Endeavor Health Clinical Operations (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwest Community Hospital 1 (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Chicago, Illinois
Dr. Ghate's 256 Medicare procedures are above the Chicago average of 225. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chicago.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Denis Nam | 308 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasili Karas | 269 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hany Bedair | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Haughom | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Levine | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tad Gerlinger | 155 | Hip, Knee |
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