Dr. Michael Crane is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mason City, Iowa. In 2023, Dr. Crane performed 15 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#62 in Iowa) and 11 knee replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
Dr. Crane recorded 26 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Iowa has 111 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Crane's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (15 cases) and knee replacements (11 cases).
Mason City is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mason City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Crane
How does Dr. Crane's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Crane performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Iowa average is 74 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Crane ranks #94 out of 111 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Crane perform?
Dr. Crane's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (15 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Crane in Mason City?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Mason City 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 Iowa surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Crane represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Crane's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Mason City, Iowa
Compare Dr. Crane's volume with other surgeons practicing in Mason City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Darron Jones | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Rattay | 82 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Gibbons | 55 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Scherb | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Potthoff | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mihail Radulescu | 12 | Hip |
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