Dr. Shane Mehta, D.O.
Contact & Location
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Dr. Shane Mehta is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Mehta has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #196 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Mehta performs below average in knee (19 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Mehta's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 19 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.
Oak Lawn is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Oak Lawn area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Mehta first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Mehta's 19 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Mehta Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
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. Mehta
How does Dr. Mehta's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Mehta has performed 19 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. Mehta ranks #256 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mehta perform?
Dr. Mehta's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mehta in Oak Lawn?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Oak Lawn 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. Mehta 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. Mehta's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 19 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mehta affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mehta is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale.
How does Dr. Mehta compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oak Lawn?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Oak Lawn, Dr. Mehta ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Oak Lawn has 37 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mehta practices?
Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Oak Lawn, Illinois
Dr. Mehta's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Oak Lawn average of 28. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oak Lawn.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Harun Durudogan | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Troy | 34 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Leonard | 20 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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