Dr. Michael Kralovec, MD
Contact & Location
219-921-1444
Crown Point, IN 46307
About Dr. Kralovec
Dr. Michael Kralovec is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Crown Point, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Kralovec performed 65 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#25 in Indiana) and 46 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 111 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Kralovec performs above the state average in knee (65 vs 41), above the state average in hip (46 vs 31).
Dr. Kralovec's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (65 cases) and hip replacements (46 cases).
Crown Point is home to 6 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 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 111 in the most recent data, a 825% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kralovec's 65 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 12 |
| 2017 | 15 | 25 |
| 2018 | 27 | 24 |
| 2019 | 48 | 46 |
| 2020 | 60 | 43 |
| 2021 | 59 | 84 |
| 2022 | 60 | 81 |
| 2023 | 56 | 91 |
| 2024 | 46 | 65 |
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kralovec's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 825% from 12 procedures in 2016 to 111 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 111 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kralovec ranks #22 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kralovec perform?
Dr. Kralovec's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (65 cases) and hip replacement (46 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kralovec in Crown Point?
Yes. There are 6 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 111 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 111 in the most recent data, a 825% increase over 9 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 (65 cases), hip replacement (46 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 6 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 111 Medicare procedures are above the Crown Point average of 47. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Crown Point.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Plank | 58 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Guzzo | 38 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Justin Colanese | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Li | 21 | Knee |
| Dr. Jennifer Bayer | 19 | Knee |
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