Dr. Michael Daines, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Michael Daines is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Caldwell, Idaho. In 2023, Dr. Daines completed 32 shoulder replacements (#5 in Idaho), 17 knee replacements, and 15 hip replacements — 64 total Medicare-verified procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement
32 verified cases
#5 in Idaho
Knee Replacement
17 verified cases
#42 in Idaho
Hip Replacement
15 verified cases
#33 in Idaho

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Daines

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (64 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Daines, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 208-459-4511
1906 Fairview Ave Ste 400
Caldwell, ID 83605
NPI: 1598973992
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.