Dr. Viktor Tollemar, MD
Contact & Location
Chicago, IL 60612
Dr. Viktor Tollemar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tollemar has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #200 in Illinois.
In Illinois, Dr. Tollemar performs below average in knee (18 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Tollemar's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 18 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Chicago is home to 41 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.
Dr. Tollemar first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Tollemar's 18 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Tollemar Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Tollemar
How does Dr. Tollemar's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Tollemar has performed 18 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Illinois average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Tollemar ranks #260 out of 316 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tollemar perform?
Dr. Tollemar's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tollemar in Chicago?
Yes. There are 41 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. Tollemar 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. Tollemar's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 18 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tollemar affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tollemar is affiliated with M Health Fairview St John'S Hospital, M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital, M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center. Dr. Tollemar maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Tollemar compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chicago?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Chicago, Dr. Tollemar ranks #29 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Chicago has 318 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tollemar practices?
M Health Fairview St John'S Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center (3 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 Chicago, Illinois
Dr. Tollemar's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Chicago average of 204. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chicago.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Denis Nam | 318 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vasili Karas | 287 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raju Ghate | 257 | Knee |
| Dr. Hany Bedair | 249 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tad Gerlinger | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Hardt | 141 | Hip, Knee |
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