Dr. Michael Repine, M.D.
Dr. Michael Repine is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boulder, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Repine has performed 50 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#36 in Colorado) and 23 hip replacements, for a combined total of 73 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Repine performs near average in knee (50 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (23 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Repine's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (50 cases) and hip replacements (23 cases).
Boulder is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Boulder area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Repine extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 73 in the most recent data, a 564% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Repine's 50 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Repine Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Contact & Location
Boulder, CO 80304
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Repine's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 564% from 11 procedures in 2014 to 73 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. Repine
How does Dr. Repine's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Repine has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Repine ranks #47 out of 165 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Repine perform?
Dr. Repine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Repine in Boulder?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Boulder 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. Repine 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. Repine's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 73 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Repine's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Repine's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2014 to 73 in the most recent data, a 564% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 73 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Repine perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Repine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Repine affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Repine is affiliated with Foothills Hospital.
How does Dr. Repine compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boulder?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Boulder, Dr. Repine ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Repine is among the highest-volume surgeons in Boulder.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Repine practices?
Foothills Hospital (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 Boulder, Colorado
Dr. Repine's 73 Medicare procedures are below the Boulder average of 89. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boulder.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Clint Brian Blackwood | 229 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Austin Chen | 97 | Hip |
| Dr. Erik Bowman | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Holzmeister | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Rector | 55 | Hip |
| Dr. Dirk Dolbeare | 46 | Knee |
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