Dr. Steven Wardell, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Steven Wardell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Palos Heights, Illinois. In 2023, Dr. Wardell performed 85 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#44 in Illinois) and 43 hip replacements (#63 in Illinois), for a combined total of 128 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Illinois.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
85 verified cases
#44 in Illinois
Hip Replacement
43 verified cases
#63 in Illinois

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Wardell

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (128 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Wardell, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 708-361-0600
7600 W College Dr
Palos Heights, IL 60463
NPI: 1639177652
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 21 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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