Dr. Richard Sherman, MD
Dr. Richard Sherman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bannockburn, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Sherman has performed 36 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#134 in Illinois) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 49 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Sherman performs below average in knee (36 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Sherman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (36 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Bannockburn is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bannockburn area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sherman extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 40 to 49 in the most recent data, a 23% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sherman's 36 verified procedures is near 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. Sherman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Bannockburn, IL 60015
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sherman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 23% from 40 procedures in 2013 to 49 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. Sherman
How does Dr. Sherman's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Sherman has performed 49 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. Sherman ranks #160 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sherman perform?
Dr. Sherman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sherman in Bannockburn?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Bannockburn 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. Sherman 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. Sherman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 49 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sherman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sherman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 40 procedures in 2013 to 49 in the most recent data, a 23% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 49 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Sherman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sherman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sherman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sherman is affiliated with Endeavor Health Clinical Operations.
How does Dr. Sherman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bannockburn?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Bannockburn, Dr. Sherman ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sherman is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bannockburn.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sherman practices?
Endeavor Health Clinical Operations (5 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 Bannockburn, Illinois
Dr. Sherman's 49 Medicare procedures are below the Bannockburn average of 69. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bannockburn.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sean Sutphen | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Waxman | 12 | Knee |
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