Dr. Michael Kralovec, MD
Dr. Michael Kralovec is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Crown Point, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Kralovec has performed 91 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#15 in Indiana) and 56 hip replacements, for a combined total of 147 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Kralovec performs well above average in knee (91 vs 44 avg), above average in hip (56 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Kralovec's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (91 cases) and hip replacements (56 cases).
Crown Point is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Crown Point area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kralovec extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 147 in the most recent data, a 1125% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kralovec's 91 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Kralovec Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Crown Point, IN 46307
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kralovec's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 1125% from 12 procedures in 2016 to 147 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kralovec
How does Dr. Kralovec's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Kralovec has performed 147 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kralovec ranks #15 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kralovec perform?
Dr. Kralovec's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (91 cases) and hip replacement (56 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Kralovec with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Kralovec ranks #15 in Indiana for knee replacement with 91 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 222 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kralovec in Crown Point?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Crown Point 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. Kralovec 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. Kralovec's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 147 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kralovec's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kralovec's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2016 to 147 in the most recent data, a 1125% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 147 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Kralovec perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kralovec's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (91 cases), hip replacement (56 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Kralovec compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Crown Point?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Crown Point, Dr. Kralovec ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kralovec has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Crown Point, Indiana
Dr. Kralovec's 147 Medicare procedures are above the Crown Point average of 51. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Crown Point.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Plank | 48 | Knee |
| Dr. Justin Colanese | 26 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Guzzo | 19 | Knee |
| Dr. Jennifer Bayer | 16 | Knee |
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