Dr. Benjamin Harper, MD
Contact & Location
Brighton, MI 48114
Dr. Benjamin Harper is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Brighton, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Harper has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#151 in Michigan) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 30 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Harper performs below average in knee (18 vs 34 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Harper's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (18 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Dr. Harper is the only orthopedic surgeon in Brighton represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Harper's Medicare record spans 10 years from 2014 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 17 to 49 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Harper's 18 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. Harper Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Harper's procedure volume has been consistent across 10 years of Medicare data, ranging from 17 to 49 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Harper
How does Dr. Harper's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Harper has performed 30 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. Harper ranks #157 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Harper perform?
Dr. Harper's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Harper's practice located?
Dr. Harper practices in Brighton, Michigan. The office is located at 2305 Genoa Business Park Dr Ste 120, Brighton, MI 48114. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Harper for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Harper 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. Harper's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Harper's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Harper's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 10 years of Medicare data, ranging from 17 to 49 procedures per year between 2014 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Harper perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Harper's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Harper affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Harper is affiliated with Trinity Health Livingston Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Harper practices?
Trinity Health Livingston Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital (4 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.
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