Dr. Michael Acurio, MD
Dr. Michael Acurio is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bossier City, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Acurio has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#54 in Louisiana) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Louisiana, Dr. Acurio performs below average in knee (29 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Acurio's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Bossier City is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bossier City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Acurio extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 31 to 41 in the most recent data, a 32% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Acurio's 29 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. Acurio Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Contact & Location
Bossier City, LA 71111
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Acurio's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 32% from 31 procedures in 2013 to 41 in the most recent data.
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. Acurio
How does Dr. Acurio's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Acurio has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Louisiana average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Acurio ranks #55 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Acurio perform?
Dr. Acurio's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Acurio in Bossier City?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bossier City 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 Louisiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Acurio 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. Acurio's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Acurio's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Acurio's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2013 to 41 in the most recent data, a 32% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 54 procedures in 2014.
Does Dr. Acurio perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Acurio's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Acurio affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Acurio is affiliated with Specialists Hospital Shreveport, Willis Knighton Medical Center, Inc.
How does Dr. Acurio compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bossier City?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bossier City, Dr. Acurio ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Acurio is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bossier City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Acurio practices?
Specialists Hospital Shreveport (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Willis Knighton Medical Center, Inc (3 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 Bossier City, Louisiana
Dr. Acurio's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Bossier City average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bossier City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Mays | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vikram Chatrath | 61 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Val Irion | 38 | Knee, Shoulder |
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