Dr. Michael Feign, DO
Contact & Location
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Dr. Michael Feign is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Colorado Springs, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Feign has performed 93 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#12 in Colorado) and 70 hip replacements, for a combined total of 163 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Feign performs above average in knee (93 vs 48 avg), above average in hip (70 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Feign's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (93 cases) and hip replacements (70 cases).
Colorado Springs is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Colorado Springs area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Feign extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 99 to 163 in the most recent data, a 65% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Feign's 93 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Feign Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Feign's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 65% from 99 procedures in 2013 to 163 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Feign
How does Dr. Feign's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Feign has performed 163 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Feign ranks #10 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Feign perform?
Dr. Feign's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (93 cases) and hip replacement (70 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Feign with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Feign ranks #12 in Colorado for knee replacement with 93 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 169 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Feign in Colorado Springs?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs 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 Colorado surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Feign 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. Feign's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 163 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Feign's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Feign's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 99 procedures in 2013 to 163 in the most recent data, a 65% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 163 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Feign perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Feign's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (93 cases), hip replacement (70 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Feign affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Feign is affiliated with Penrose Hospital, University Colo Health Memorial Hospital Central.
How does Dr. Feign compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs, Dr. Feign ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Feign is among the highest-volume surgeons in Colorado Springs.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Feign practices?
Penrose Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); University Colo Health Memorial Hospital Central (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Dr. Feign's 163 Medicare procedures are above the Colorado Springs average of 135. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Colorado Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Jepson | 216 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Howarth | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jordan Schaeffer | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Weinstein | 119 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Derek Purcell | 87 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Kluk | 84 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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