Dr. Ajay Srivastava, MD
Dr. Ajay Srivastava is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Flint, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Srivastava has performed 31 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#82 in Michigan) and 25 hip replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Srivastava performs near average in knee (31 vs 33 avg), near average in hip (25 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Srivastava's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (31 cases) and hip replacements (25 cases).
Flint is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Flint area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Srivastava's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 127 procedures in 2015 before settling at 56 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Srivastava's 31 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. Srivastava Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Flint, MI 48507
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Srivastava's recorded volume peaked at 127 procedures in 2015 and stood at 56 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Srivastava
How does Dr. Srivastava's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Srivastava has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Srivastava ranks #81 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Srivastava perform?
Dr. Srivastava's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Srivastava in Flint?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Flint 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 Michigan surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Srivastava 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. Srivastava's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Srivastava's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Srivastava's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 127 procedures in 2015 and was 56 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. Srivastava perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Srivastava's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Srivastava affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Srivastava is affiliated with Mclaren Flint, Hurley Medical Center.
How does Dr. Srivastava compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Flint?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Flint, Dr. Srivastava ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Srivastava is among the highest-volume surgeons in Flint.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Srivastava practices?
Mclaren Flint (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hurley Medical Center (2 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 Flint, Michigan
Dr. Srivastava's 56 Medicare procedures are below the Flint average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Flint.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Telehowski | 88 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Seann Willson | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Arun Dass | 18 | Shoulder |
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