Dr. Timothy Keating, MD
Contact & Location
Morton Grove, IL 60053
Dr. Timothy Keating is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Morton Grove, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Keating has performed 76 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#22 in Illinois) and 49 knee replacements, for a combined total of 125 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Keating performs above average in hip (76 vs 39 avg), near average in knee (49 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Keating's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (76 cases) and knee replacements (49 cases).
Morton Grove is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Morton Grove area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Keating extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 125 in the most recent data, a 793% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Keating's 76 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
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. Keating Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Keating's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 793% from 14 procedures in 2022 to 125 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Keating
How does Dr. Keating's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Keating has performed 125 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Keating ranks #50 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Keating perform?
Dr. Keating's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (76 cases) and knee replacement (49 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Keating in Morton Grove?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Morton Grove 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. Keating 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. Keating's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 125 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Keating's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Keating's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2022 to 125 in the most recent data, a 793% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 125 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Keating perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Keating's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (76 cases), knee replacement (49 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Keating affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Keating is affiliated with Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange, Edward Hospital.
How does Dr. Keating compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Morton Grove?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Morton Grove, Dr. Keating ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Keating is among the highest-volume surgeons in Morton Grove.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Keating practices?
Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Edward Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Morton Grove, Illinois
Dr. Keating's 125 Medicare procedures are below the Morton Grove average of 130. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Morton Grove.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Gordon | 246 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein | 186 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ritesh Shah | 113 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Raab | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wayne Goldstein | 40 | Hip, Knee |
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