Dr. Michael Gustavel, M.D.
Contact & Location
208-850-1641
Boise, ID 83702
Boise, ID 83706
Dr. Gustavel performs more knee replacement procedures than 44% of orthopedic surgeons in Idaho, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #29 of 52 ranked knee surgeons in Idaho.
About Dr. Gustavel
Practice. Dr. Michael Gustavel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boise, Idaho. The latest annual CMS data records 28 knee replacements. That is #29 in Idaho for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2020 to 2024, 5 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 28, up 115%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 28 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Boise has 18 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 28 |
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. Gustavel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Idaho state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gustavel's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 115% from 13 procedures in 2020 to 28 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gustavel
How does Dr. Gustavel's procedure volume compare to other Idaho surgeons?
Dr. Gustavel has performed 28 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Idaho average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Gustavel ranks #45 out of 70 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gustavel perform?
Dr. Gustavel's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 28 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gustavel in Boise?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Boise 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 Idaho surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gustavel 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. Gustavel's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 120 procedures against the 28 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. Gustavel's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gustavel's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2020 to 28 in the most recent data, a 115% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 28 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gustavel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gustavel is affiliated with Treasure Valley Hospital, St Luke'S Regional Medical Center, Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Gustavel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boise?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Boise, Dr. Gustavel ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Boise has 177 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gustavel practices?
St Luke'S Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Alphonsus Regional 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 Boise, Idaho
Dr. Gustavel's 28 Medicare procedures are below the Boise average of 109. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boise.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jenny Jin | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Colin Poole | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ronald Kristensen | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffry Menzner | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Daines | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Vaux | 59 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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