Dr. Ravi Bashyal, M.D.
Contact & Location
Skokie, IL 60076
Dr. Ravi Bashyal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Skokie, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Bashyal has performed 81 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#48 in Illinois) and 73 hip replacements, for a combined total of 154 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Bashyal performs above average in knee (81 vs 50 avg), above average in hip (73 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Bashyal's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (81 cases) and hip replacements (73 cases).
Skokie is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Skokie area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bashyal extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 77 to 154 in the most recent data, a 100% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bashyal's 81 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Bashyal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bashyal's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 100% from 77 procedures in 2013 to 154 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. Bashyal
How does Dr. Bashyal's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Bashyal has performed 154 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bashyal ranks #35 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bashyal perform?
Dr. Bashyal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (81 cases) and hip replacement (73 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bashyal in Skokie?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Skokie 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. Bashyal 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. Bashyal's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 154 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bashyal's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bashyal's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 77 procedures in 2013 to 154 in the most recent data, a 100% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 228 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Bashyal perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bashyal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (81 cases), hip replacement (73 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bashyal affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bashyal is affiliated with Endeavor Health Clinical Operations, Northwest Community Hospital 1, Swedish Hospital.
How does Dr. Bashyal compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Skokie?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Skokie, Dr. Bashyal ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bashyal is among the highest-volume surgeons in Skokie.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bashyal practices?
Endeavor Health Clinical Operations (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Northwest Community Hospital 1 (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Swedish Hospital (2 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 Skokie, Illinois
Dr. Bashyal's 154 Medicare procedures are above the Skokie average of 94. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Skokie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lalit Puri | 191 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Koh | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Levin | 12 | Shoulder |
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