Dr. Michael Duran, M.D.
Dr. Michael Duran is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mesa, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Duran has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#116 in Arizona) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Duran performs below average in knee (21 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Duran's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Duran holds additional credentials in Surgery, Surgical Oncology, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Mesa is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mesa area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Duran first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Duran's 21 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Duran Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Mesa, AZ 85202
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Duran has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Duran
How does Dr. Duran's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Duran has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arizona average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Duran ranks #102 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Duran perform?
Dr. Duran's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Duran in Mesa?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Mesa 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 Arizona surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Duran 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. Duran's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Duran perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Duran's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Duran affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Duran is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center, The Core Institute Specialty Hospital.
How does Dr. Duran compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mesa?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Mesa, Dr. Duran ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Mesa has 221 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Duran practices?
Banner Desert Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); The Core Institute Specialty Hospital (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 Mesa, Arizona
Dr. Duran's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Mesa average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mesa.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Mullen | 221 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Amalia De Comas | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andre Matthews | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Amini | 41 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Scoggin | 39 | Knee |
| Dr. Brian McWhorter | 32 | Knee |
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