Dr. Waqas Hussain is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Moline, Illinois. Dr. Hussain has performed 43 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #117 in Illinois.
Dr. Hussain's 43 Medicare procedures are near the Illinois median of 47. The state has 323 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Hussain's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 43 verified procedures in 2023. 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.
Moline is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Moline area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hussain
How does Dr. Hussain's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Hussain has performed 43 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. Hussain ranks #176 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hussain perform?
Dr. Hussain's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 43 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hussain in Moline?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Moline 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. Hussain 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. Hussain's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Moline, Illinois
Compare Dr. Hussain's volume with other surgeons practicing in Moline.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Connolly | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Stewart | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Shawn Wynn | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Boardman | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Clark | 23 | Knee |
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