Dr. Vasili Karas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. In 2023, Dr. Karas performed 182 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#4 in Illinois) and 87 hip replacements, for a combined total of 269 procedures.
With 269 total procedures, Dr. Karas ranks in the top 1% of orthopedic surgeons in Illinois, where the average surgeon performs 70 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 3x the statewide average.
Dr. Karas's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (182 cases) and hip replacements (87 cases).
Chicago is home to 40 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chicago area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Karas
How does Dr. Karas's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Karas performed 269 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Illinois average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Karas ranks #3 out of 314 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Karas perform?
Dr. Karas's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (182 cases) and hip replacement (87 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Karas with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Karas ranks #4 in Illinois for knee replacement with 182 Medicare-verified procedures in 2023. This high ranking among 314 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Karas in Chicago?
Yes. There are 40 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago 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. Karas represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Karas's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 269 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Chicago, Illinois
Compare Dr. Karas's volume with other surgeons practicing in Chicago.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Denis Nam | 308 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raju Ghate | 256 | Knee |
| Dr. Hany Bedair | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Haughom | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Levine | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tad Gerlinger | 155 | Hip, Knee |
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