Dr. Michael Held, M.D., M.B.A.
Contact & Location
203-869-1145
Greenwich, CT 06831
Dr. Held performs more hip replacement procedures than 86% of orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #7 of 52 ranked hip surgeons in Connecticut.
About Dr. Held
Practice. Dr. Michael Held is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Greenwich, Connecticut. The latest annual CMS data records 53 hip replacements and 26 knee replacements, 79 procedures in all. That is #7 in Connecticut for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2018.
Trend. Dr. Held first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 53 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Greenwich has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 33 procedures in 2023 and 79 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Held Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Held has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. 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.
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.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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. Held
How does Dr. Held's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Held has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Connecticut average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Held ranks #22 out of 94 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Held perform?
Dr. Held's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (53 cases) and knee replacement (26 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Held with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Held ranks #7 in Connecticut for hip replacement with 53 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 94 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Held in Greenwich?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Greenwich 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 Connecticut surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Held 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. Held's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 330 procedures against the 79 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.
Does Dr. Held perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Held's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (53 cases), knee replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Held affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Held is affiliated with Greenwich Hospital Association -, Stamford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital, Danbury Hospital.
How does Dr. Held compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Greenwich?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Greenwich, Dr. Held ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Held is among the highest-volume surgeons in Greenwich.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Held practices?
Greenwich Hospital Association - (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Stamford Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Norwalk Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Greenwich, Connecticut
Dr. Held's 79 Medicare procedures are above the Greenwich average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Greenwich.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Berliner | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Choo | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Kavanagh | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Seth Miller | 73 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Francis Ennis | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Sethi | 40 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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