Dr. Andrew Ames, D.O.
Contact & Location
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Dr. Andrew Ames is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Ames has performed 70 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #8 in Michigan.
In Michigan, Dr. Ames performs well above average in hip (70 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Ames's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 70 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Ames is the only orthopedic surgeon in Bloomfield Hills represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Ames first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ames's 70 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Ames Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ames has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ames
How does Dr. Ames's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Ames has performed 70 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ames ranks #55 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ames perform?
Dr. Ames's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 70 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Ames with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Ames ranks #8 in Michigan for hip replacement with 70 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 256 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Ames's practice located?
Dr. Ames practices in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The office is located at 44038 Woodward Ave Ste 200, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Ames for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ames 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. Ames's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 70 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ames affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ames is affiliated with Trinity Health Oakland Hospital, Mclaren Oakland.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ames practices?
Trinity Health Oakland Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mclaren Oakland (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Patient Resources & Verification
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