Dr. Michal Klek, M.D.
Contact & Location
302-629-4787
Millsboro, DE 19966
Dr. Klek performs more knee replacement procedures than 36% of orthopedic surgeons in Delaware, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #16 of 25 ranked knee surgeons in Delaware.
About Dr. Klek
Practice. Dr. Michal Klek is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Millsboro, Delaware. The latest annual CMS data records 36 knee replacements and 33 hip replacements, 69 procedures in all. That is #16 in Delaware for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2017.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 41 procedures a year to 69, up 68%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 36 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Millsboro has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Klek also holds hospital privileges in DE and MD, a practice that extends beyond Delaware.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 15 | 26 |
| 2023 | 28 | 37 |
| 2024 | 33 | 36 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Klek Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Delaware state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Klek's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 68% from 41 procedures in 2022 to 69 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. Klek
How does Dr. Klek's procedure volume compare to other Delaware surgeons?
Dr. Klek has performed 69 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Delaware average is 101 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Klek ranks #16 out of 31 orthopedic surgeons in Delaware.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Klek perform?
Dr. Klek's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases) and hip replacement (33 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Klek with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Klek ranks #16 in Delaware for knee replacement with 36 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 31 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Klek in Millsboro?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Millsboro 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 Delaware surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Klek 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Klek's total volume across all insurers at roughly 230 to 290 procedures against the 69 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.
Has Dr. Klek's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Klek's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 41 procedures in 2022 to 69 in the most recent data, a 68% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 69 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Klek perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Klek's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Klek affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Klek is affiliated with Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Inc., Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc, Beebe Medical Center, Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus, Atlantic General Hospital. Dr. Klek maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Klek practices?
Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Inc. (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Beebe Medical Center (3 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 Millsboro, Delaware
Dr. Klek's 69 Medicare procedures are below the Millsboro average of 153. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Millsboro.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Doran | 237 | Hip, Knee |
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