Dr. Thomas Ehmke, D.O.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Thomas Ehmke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Western Springs, Illinois. In 2023, Dr. Ehmke performed 74 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#61 in Illinois) and 56 hip replacements (#40 in Illinois), for a combined total of 130 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Illinois.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
74 verified cases
#61 in Illinois
Hip Replacement
56 verified cases
#40 in Illinois

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Ehmke

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (130 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Ehmke, 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: 708-387-1737
4700 Gilbert Ave Ste 51
Western Springs, IL 60558
NPI: 1861703233
Credentials: D.O.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 16 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed D.O.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 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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