Knee
Dr. Richard Erickson, M.D.
Dr. Richard Erickson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Carol Stream, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Erickson has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #169 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Erickson performs below average in knee (26 vs 51 avg).
Dr. Erickson's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 26 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.
Dr. Erickson is the only orthopedic surgeon in Carol Stream represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Erickson's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 22 to 33 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Erickson's 26 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Erickson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Erickson's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 22 to 33 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Erickson
How does Dr. Erickson's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Erickson has performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Illinois average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Erickson ranks #228 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Erickson perform?
Dr. Erickson's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 26 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Erickson's practice located?
Dr. Erickson practices in Carol Stream, Illinois. The office is located at 327 Gundersen Dr, Carol Stream, IL 60188. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Erickson for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Erickson 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. Erickson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Erickson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Erickson's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 22 to 33 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
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