Dr. Michael Schicker, DO
Dr. Michael Schicker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ponderay, Idaho. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Schicker has performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#44 in Idaho) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In Idaho, Dr. Schicker performs below average in knee (16 vs 39 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Schicker's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (16 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
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.
Dr. Schicker's Medicare record spans 8 years from 2016 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 11 to 39 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Schicker's 16 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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.
Contact & Location
Ponderay, ID 83852
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schicker's procedure volume has been consistent across 8 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 39 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 29 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. Schicker ranks #48 out of 69 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schicker perform?
Dr. Schicker's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (16 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
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 29 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Schicker's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Schicker's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 8 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 39 procedures per year between 2016 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Schicker perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schicker's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (16 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
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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