Dr. S. David Stulberg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. In 2023, Dr. Stulberg performed 44 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#114 in Illinois) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 58 procedures.
Dr. Stulberg's 58 Medicare procedures are near the Illinois median of 47. The state has 323 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Stulberg's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Stulberg
How does Dr. Stulberg's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Stulberg performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Stulberg ranks #143 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stulberg perform?
Dr. Stulberg's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stulberg 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. Stulberg represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Stulberg's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Chicago, Illinois
Compare Dr. Stulberg's volume with other surgeons practicing in Chicago.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Denis Nam | 308 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasili Karas | 269 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raju Ghate | 256 | Knee |
| Dr. Hany Bedair | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Haughom | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Levine | 160 | Hip, Knee |
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