Dr. Michael Joyce, M.D.
Dr. Michael Joyce is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Glastonbury, Connecticut. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Joyce has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#67 in Connecticut) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In Connecticut, Dr. Joyce performs below average in knee (14 vs 34 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Joyce's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (14 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Dr. Joyce is the only orthopedic surgeon in Glastonbury represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Joyce's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 48 procedures in 2013 before settling at 26 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Joyce's 14 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Joyce Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Contact & Location
Glastonbury, CT 06033
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Joyce's recorded volume peaked at 48 procedures in 2013 and stood at 26 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Joyce
How does Dr. Joyce's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Joyce has performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Connecticut average is 47 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Joyce ranks #61 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Joyce perform?
Dr. Joyce's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Joyce's practice located?
Dr. Joyce practices in Glastonbury, Connecticut. The office is located at 84 Glastonbury Blvd, Glastonbury, CT 06033. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Joyce for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Joyce 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. Joyce's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Joyce's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Joyce's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 48 procedures in 2013 and was 26 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Joyce perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Joyce's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
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