Dr. Michael Cross, M.D.
Contact & Location
317-802-2000
Indianapolis, IN 46278
Dr. Cross performs more knee replacement procedures than 78% of orthopedic surgeons in Indiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #41 of 188 ranked knee surgeons in Indiana.
About Dr. Cross
Practice. Dr. Michael Cross is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. The latest annual CMS data records 52 knee replacements and 33 hip replacements, 85 procedures in all. That is #41 in Indiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 283 in 2018 and stands at 85 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 52 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Indianapolis has 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Cross also holds hospital privileges in IN and OK, a practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 17 | 0 |
| 2014 | 56 | 66 |
| 2015 | 84 | 167 |
| 2016 | 70 | 185 |
| 2017 | 70 | 190 |
| 2018 | 77 | 206 |
| 2019 | 77 | 162 |
| 2020 | 46 | 100 |
| 2021 | 34 | 64 |
| 2022 | 0 | 25 |
| 2023 | 42 | 47 |
| 2024 | 33 | 52 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Cross Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cross's recorded volume peaked at 283 procedures in 2018 and stood at 85 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cross
How does Dr. Cross's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Cross has performed 85 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cross ranks #46 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cross perform?
Dr. Cross's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases) and hip replacement (33 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cross 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. Cross 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Cross's total volume across all insurers at roughly 290 to 360 procedures against the 85 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. Cross's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cross's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 283 procedures in 2018 and was 85 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.
Does Dr. Cross perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cross's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases), hip replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cross affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cross is affiliated with Orthoindy Hospital, Ascension St Vincent Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital South. Dr. Cross maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Cross compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis, Dr. Cross ranks #10 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. Cross practices?
Orthoindy Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension St Vincent Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hillcrest Hospital South (4 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 Indianapolis, Indiana
Dr. Cross's 85 Medicare procedures are below the Indianapolis average of 122. 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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