Robert J Atkenson, MD
Robert J Atkenson, MD has practiced orthopaedic surgery for 51+ years, working in group practice. He has been in practice for 51+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
Older · 6877dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
14640 John Humphrey Dr, Orland Park, IL 60462-2698
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
20235.13/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-78.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better21.88%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+16.8 pts)
21.88% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
208
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
106
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
320
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $6k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
51 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Taxonomy: 207X00000X
Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Robert J Atkenson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert J Atkenson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Orland Park required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert J Atkenson
NPI records show Dr. Atkenson as active with telehealth listed in Orland Park, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (708) 460-4422.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
14640 John Humphrey Dr, Orland Park, IL 60462-2698
Mailing Address
14640 John Humphrey Dr, Orland Park, IL 60462-2698
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