Dr. Bailey Groseclose, M.D.
Contact & Location
Traverse City, MI 49684
Dr. Bailey Groseclose is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Traverse City, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Groseclose has performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #122 in Michigan.
In Michigan, Dr. Groseclose performs below average in knee (23 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Groseclose's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 23 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.
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.
Dr. Groseclose's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 87 procedures in 2013 before settling at 23 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Groseclose's 23 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Groseclose Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Groseclose's recorded volume peaked at 87 procedures in 2013 and stood at 23 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. Groseclose
How does Dr. Groseclose's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Groseclose has performed 23 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Michigan average is 49 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Groseclose ranks #183 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Groseclose perform?
Dr. Groseclose's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 23 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Groseclose 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. Groseclose 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. Groseclose's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 23 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Groseclose's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Groseclose's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 87 procedures in 2013 and was 23 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.
How does Dr. Groseclose compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Traverse City?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Traverse City, Dr. Groseclose ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Traverse City has 107 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Traverse City, Michigan
Dr. Groseclose's 23 Medicare procedures are below the Traverse City average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Traverse City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Todd Galdes | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Austin | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Wiersema | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Lerche | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Peters | 58 | Knee |
| Dr. Justin Hollander | 49 | Hip, Knee |
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