Dr. Michael Wolfe, MD
Contact & Location
Jefferson, LA 70121
Dr. Michael Wolfe is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jefferson, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Wolfe has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#57 in Louisiana) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Louisiana, Dr. Wolfe performs below average in knee (27 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Wolfe's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Dr. Wolfe is the only orthopedic surgeon in Jefferson represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Wolfe's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 174 procedures in 2018 before settling at 38 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Wolfe's 27 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 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. Wolfe Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wolfe's recorded volume peaked at 174 procedures in 2018 and stood at 38 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wolfe
How does Dr. Wolfe's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Wolfe has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Louisiana average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Wolfe ranks #59 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wolfe perform?
Dr. Wolfe's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Where is Dr. Wolfe's practice located?
Dr. Wolfe practices in Jefferson, Louisiana. The office is located at 1514 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson, LA 70121. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Wolfe for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wolfe 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. Wolfe's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wolfe's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Wolfe's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 174 procedures in 2018 and was 38 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. Wolfe perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wolfe's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
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