Dr. Michael Blackmer, D.O.
Contact & Location
251-476-5050
Foley, AL 36535
Dr. Blackmer performs more hip replacement procedures than 84% of orthopedic surgeons in Alabama, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #8 of 53 ranked hip surgeons in Alabama.
About Dr. Blackmer
Practice. Dr. Michael Blackmer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Foley, Alabama. The latest annual CMS data records 46 hip replacements and 34 knee replacements, 80 procedures in all. That is #8 in Alabama for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2014.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 27 procedures a year to 80, up 196%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 46 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 14 | 13 |
| 2022 | 35 | 26 |
| 2023 | 36 | 37 |
| 2024 | 46 | 34 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Blackmer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Blackmer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 196% from 27 procedures in 2021 to 80 in the most recent data.
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 Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Blackmer
How does Dr. Blackmer's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. Blackmer has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Alabama average of 44 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Blackmer ranks #15 out of 126 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Blackmer perform?
Dr. Blackmer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (46 cases) and knee replacement (34 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Blackmer with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Blackmer ranks #8 in Alabama for hip replacement with 46 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 126 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Blackmer's practice located?
Dr. Blackmer practices in Foley, Alabama. The office is located at 1711 N Mckenzie St Ste 100, Foley, AL 36535. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Blackmer for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Blackmer represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Blackmer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 260 to 330 procedures against the 80 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Blackmer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Blackmer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2021 to 80 in the most recent data, a 196% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 80 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Blackmer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Blackmer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (46 cases), knee replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Blackmer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Blackmer is affiliated with Baldwin Health.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Blackmer practices?
Baldwin Health (4 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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