Dr. Thomas Ehmke, D.O.
Dr. Thomas Ehmke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Western Springs, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Ehmke has performed 74 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#61 in Illinois) and 56 hip replacements, for a combined total of 130 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Ehmke performs above average in knee (74 vs 51 avg), above average in hip (56 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Ehmke's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (74 cases) and hip replacements (56 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Ehmke holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Ehmke is the only orthopedic surgeon in Western Springs represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Ehmke extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 27 to 130 in the most recent data, a 381% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ehmke's 74 verified procedures is above 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. Ehmke Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Western Springs, IL 60558
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ehmke's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 381% from 27 procedures in 2016 to 130 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. Ehmke
How does Dr. Ehmke's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Ehmke has performed 130 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ehmke ranks #50 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ehmke perform?
Dr. Ehmke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (74 cases) and hip replacement (56 cases).
Where is Dr. Ehmke's practice located?
Dr. Ehmke practices in Western Springs, Illinois. The office is located at 4700 Gilbert Ave Ste 51, Western Springs, IL 60558. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Ehmke for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ehmke 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. Ehmke's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 130 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ehmke's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ehmke's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2016 to 130 in the most recent data, a 381% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 130 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Ehmke perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ehmke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (74 cases), hip replacement (56 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ehmke affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ehmke is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Bolingbrook, Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ehmke 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); Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Bolingbrook (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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