Dr. Michael Hunter, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Michael Hunter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Newport Beach, California. In 2023, Dr. Hunter performed 49 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#79 in California) and 42 knee replacements (#168 in California), for a combined total of 91 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in California.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
49 verified cases
#79 in California
Knee Replacement
42 verified cases
#168 in California

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Hunter

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (91 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Hunter, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 949-722-7038
22 Corporate Plaza Dr
Newport Beach, CA 92660
NPI: 1346622040
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 11 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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