Dr. Michael Schicker, DO
Contact & Location
208-265-9817
Ponderay, ID 83852
About Dr. Schicker
Dr. Michael Schicker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ponderay, Idaho. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Schicker completed 22 hip replacements (#25 in Idaho), 20 knee replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 54 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Idaho, Dr. Schicker performs below the state average in hip (22 vs 34), below the state average in knee (20 vs 39), below the state average in shoulder (12 vs 23).
Dr. Schicker performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is hip replacements (22 cases), followed by knee replacements (20) and shoulder replacements (12).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Schicker holds additional credentials in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Schicker is the only orthopedic surgeon in Ponderay represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Schicker also maintains hospital privileges in WA and ID, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Idaho.
Medicare records for Dr. Schicker extend back to 2016, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 30 to 54 in the most recent data, a 80% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Schicker's 22 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 12 | 18 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| 2018 | 14 | 11 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 | 24 | 0 |
| 2020 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 13 | 11 | 14 |
| 2023 | 13 | 16 | 0 |
| 2024 | 22 | 20 | 12 |
Verified Medicare Cases
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.
How Dr. Schicker Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Idaho state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schicker's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 80% from 30 procedures in 2016 to 54 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. Schicker
How does Dr. Schicker's procedure volume compare to other Idaho surgeons?
Dr. Schicker has performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Idaho average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schicker ranks #26 out of 70 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schicker perform?
Dr. Schicker performs all three major joint replacement procedures: hip replacement (22 cases), knee replacement (20 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Where is Dr. Schicker's practice located?
Dr. Schicker practices in Ponderay, Idaho. The office is located at 30544 Highway 200 Ste 102, Ponderay, ID 83852. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Schicker for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Schicker represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Schicker's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 54 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Schicker's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Schicker's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 30 procedures in 2016 to 54 in the most recent data, a 80% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 54 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Schicker perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schicker's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (22 cases), knee replacement (20 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Schicker among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schicker affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schicker is affiliated with Newport Community Hospital, Bonner General Hospital, Boundary Community Hospital. Dr. Schicker maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schicker practices?
Bonner General Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Boundary Community Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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