Dr. Michael Berend, MD
Contact & Location
Indianapolis, IN 46241
Dr. Michael Berend is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Berend has performed 99 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #10 in Indiana.
In Indiana, Dr. Berend performs well above average in knee (99 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Berend's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 99 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Indianapolis is home to 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Indianapolis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Berend's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 168 procedures in 2017 before settling at 99 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Berend's 99 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Berend Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Berend's recorded volume peaked at 168 procedures in 2017 and stood at 99 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Berend
How does Dr. Berend's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Berend has performed 99 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Berend ranks #30 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Berend perform?
Dr. Berend's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 99 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Berend with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Berend ranks #10 in Indiana for knee replacement with 99 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 224 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Berend in Indianapolis?
Yes. There are 30 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Berend 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. Berend's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 99 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Berend's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Berend's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 168 procedures in 2017 and was 99 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Berend affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Berend is affiliated with Franciscan Health Mooresville, Iu Health Bloomington Hospital, Franciscan Health Indianapolis.
How does Dr. Berend compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis, Dr. Berend ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Indianapolis has 162 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Berend practices?
Franciscan Health Mooresville (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Iu Health Bloomington Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Franciscan Health Indianapolis (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Indianapolis, Indiana
Dr. Berend's 99 Medicare procedures are below the Indianapolis average of 124. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Indianapolis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. George Vestermark | 162 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Carter | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Gerow | 127 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Meneghini | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pomeroy | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Millikan | 105 | Hip, Knee |
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