Dr. Andrew Boyce, MD
Dr. Andrew Boyce is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Traverse City, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Boyce has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#94 in Michigan) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Boyce performs near average in knee (28 vs 33 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Boyce's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Traverse City is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Traverse City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Boyce extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 29 to 48 in the most recent data, a 66% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Boyce's 28 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. Boyce Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Traverse City, MI 49684
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Boyce's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 66% from 29 procedures in 2013 to 48 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. Boyce
How does Dr. Boyce's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Boyce has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Boyce ranks #100 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Boyce perform?
Dr. Boyce's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Boyce in Traverse City?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Traverse 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 Michigan surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Boyce 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. Boyce's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Boyce's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Boyce's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 29 procedures in 2013 to 48 in the most recent data, a 66% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 48 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Boyce perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Boyce's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Boyce affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Boyce is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital, Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital.
How does Dr. Boyce compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Traverse City?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Traverse City, Dr. Boyce ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Traverse City has 130 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Boyce practices?
Munson Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Traverse City, Michigan
Dr. Boyce's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Traverse City average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Traverse City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Todd Galdes | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph McGraw | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Hollander | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Lerche | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Austin | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Wiersema | 49 | Hip, Knee |
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