Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Kevin Luke, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery · Palos Heights, IL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Consulting-driven
7600 W COLLEGE DR, Palos Heights, IL 60463
7083610600
In practice since 2005 (21 years)
NPI: 1437157443 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating. This page presents federal public records about Dr. Luke from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Luke

Dr. Kevin Luke is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Palos Heights, IL, with 21 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Luke performed 25,094 Medicare services across 2,783 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Luke received a total of $69,953 from 13 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 165 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopedic surgery. The majority of payments are for consulting, which typically reflects recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.

The Data Coverage level for Dr. Luke is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.

✓ 21 years in practice ▲ Top 1% volume in IL $69,953 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
25,094
Medicare services
Top 1% in IL for orthopedic surgery
2,783
Unique beneficiaries
$15
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~1,195 Medicare services per year of practice

Top procedures by volume

Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.

Procedure Volume Avg. paid Avg. submitted
Joint lubricant injection (TriVisc)
An injection of hyaluronan or a derivative into a joint space. The dose specified is 1 milligram.
12,025 $7 $60
Joint lubricant injection (Gel-Syn)
An injection of hyaluronan or its derivative into a joint space to supplement joint fluid.
7,560 $1 $5
Physical therapy exercise, per 15 min
A therapy session using exercises to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility. Each 15-minute unit is billed separately.
849 $21 $104
Ultrasound-guided large joint aspiration or injection
This procedure uses ultrasound imaging to guide the removal of fluid from or the injection of medication into a large joint.
731 $82 $400
Manual therapy (hands-on treatment), per 15 min 637 $17 $92
Office visit, established patient (20-29 min)
An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition.
614 $67 $207
Knee X-ray, 4 or more views
An imaging test using X-rays to create multiple pictures of the knee joint from different angles.
399 $34 $200
Functional activity therapy
A therapy procedure that utilizes functional activities as part of the treatment process.
309 $28 $91
Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 80 mg
An injection of 80 mg of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication.
298 $9 $21
Knee X-ray, 1-2 views
An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures.
236 $26 $150
Neuromuscular re-education therapy, per 15 min
A therapy procedure designed to re-educate the functional connection between the brain, nerves, and muscles. It is billed in 15-minute increments.
216 $24 $102
Remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes
This code covers the time spent by a provider managing patient data from remote vital sign monitoring devices. It applies to each additional 20-minute increment beyond the initial monthly service period.
200 $33 $150
New patient office visit (30-44 min)
An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range.
154 $81 $291
Office visit, established patient (30-39 min)
A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition.
150 $99 $300
Hip X-ray, 2-3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the hip joint using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures.
108 $34 $177
Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month
Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month.
71 $40 $150
Remote patient monitoring device, 30 days
Initial setup of devices for remote monitoring of body functions with daily data transmission or alerts. This service covers the first 30 days of the monitoring period.
63 $41 $150
Office visit, established patient (10-19 min)
An office visit for an existing patient lasting 10 to 19 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition.
59 $46 $113
Chest X-ray, 2 views
An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall.
56 $25 $155
X-ray of multiple joints
An X-ray imaging test that captures images of several joints simultaneously to evaluate their structure and alignment.
56 $35 $277
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 30 minutes 53 $80 $236
Computer-assisted surgery for muscle and bone procedure
A surgical procedure involving muscles or bones that utilizes computer technology to assist with planning or execution.
50 $130 $487
Total knee replacement 50 $1,136 $12,246
Bone density scan (DEXA)
A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures.
44 $39 $750
Knee X-ray, 3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint that captures three different angles to evaluate the bones and surrounding structures.
30 $34 $169
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes 24 $74 $220
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views
An X-ray imaging test of the lower back and sacrum using at least four different angles to visualize the bones and joints.
22 $35 $271
Remote physiologic monitoring setup and education
Initial setup of remote monitoring equipment and patient education on its use.
16 $16 $150
Pelvis X-ray, 1-2 views
An X-ray imaging test of the pelvic area using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and joints.
14 $15 $175
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
0.4% high complexity
82.1% medium
17.5% routine

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$69,953
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $9,993/year across 7 years
Top 10% in IL for orthopedic surgery
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
13
Companies
165
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →

Payment profile

Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.

Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$56,150 (80.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$12,963 (18.5%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$841 (1.2%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$67
2023
$110
2022
$11,470
2021
$6,729
2020
$716
2019
$40,834
2018
$10,026

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$26
Heron Therapeutics, Inc.
$22
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$19
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$54,793
ZIMVIE INC.
$11,317
PFIZER INC.
$1,645
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$1,152
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$500
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$176
Pacira Therapeutics, Inc.
$119
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$110
Stryker Corporation
$49
Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
$39
Heron Therapeutics, Inc.
$22
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$19
Heraeus Medical, LLC.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 96.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ADVANCED PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT · AM SURGICAL · AUGMENT · AccuFill · Biomet EBI Bone Healing System · Biomet Orthopak · Bone Healing Product Portfolio · CANNULATED SCREWS · EBI Bone Healing System · EBI OsteoGen Implantable Bone Growth Stimulator · ELIQUIS · Extremities Product Portfolio · PALACOS · PIB · Persona · Physio-Stim · ROSA · ROSA-Knee · TFN ADVANCED · VA-LCP · VA-LCP PLATES & SCREWS · ZYNRELEF · Zilretta
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →

The majority of payments (80%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 10% for orthopedic surgery in IL.

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Geographic Context

Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
485
Per 100K population
9.4
County median income
$81,797
Nearest hospital
PALOS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
0.0 mi

Data Sources

Provider Registry NPPES Weekly updates
Medicare Enrollment PECOS Monthly updates
Practice Data Medicare Util. Annual (CY lag)
Industry Payments Open Payments CY 2024
Disciplinary History — Not public N/A

This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →

Summary

Dr. Luke is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in IL), with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 10% of IL peers, with 21 years of NPI registration.

This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Luke experienced with joint lubricant injection (trivisc)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Luke performed 12,025 joint lubricant injection (trivisc) services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Luke receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Luke received a total of $69,953 from 13 companies across 165 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Luke's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Palos Heights?
Dr. Luke's average Medicare payment per service is $15. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Luke) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
About this page

All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.

This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.

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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →