Dr. Michael Wilson, M.D.
Contact & Location
706-226-5533
Dalton, GA 30720
Dr. Wilson performs more knee replacement procedures than 3% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #196 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Wilson
Practice. Dr. Michael Wilson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dalton, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 11 knee replacements. That is #196 in Georgia for knee replacement. Dr. Wilson also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 10 years. Volume peaked at 30 in 2018 and stands at 11 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 11 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Dalton has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 12 |
| 2014 | 0 | 14 |
| 2015 | 0 | 13 |
| 2016 | 0 | 21 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 13 | 17 |
| 2019 | 0 | 16 |
| 2020 | 15 | 0 |
| 2021 | 17 | 12 |
| 2022 | 0 | 20 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 11 |
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. 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. Wilson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wilson's recorded volume peaked at 30 procedures in 2018 and stood at 11 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Wilson
How does Dr. Wilson's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Wilson has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Georgia average is 55 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Wilson ranks #239 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wilson perform?
Dr. Wilson's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wilson in Dalton?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Dalton 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 Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wilson 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, which puts Dr. Wilson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 11 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. Wilson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Wilson's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 30 procedures in 2018 and was 11 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wilson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wilson is affiliated with Hamilton Medical Center, Adventhealth Murray.
How does Dr. Wilson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dalton?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Dalton, Dr. Wilson ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Dalton has 93 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wilson practices?
Hamilton Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Adventhealth Murray (5 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Dalton, Georgia
Dr. Wilson's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Dalton average of 47. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dalton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Frix | 93 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Norman | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dale Reed | 39 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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