Dr. Bryan Little, M.D.
Dr. Bryan Little is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Detroit, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Little has performed 16 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#110 in Michigan) and 13 knee replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Little performs below average in hip (16 vs 29 avg), below average in knee (13 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Little's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (16 cases) and knee replacements (13 cases).
Detroit is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Detroit area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Little's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 105 procedures in 2016 before settling at 29 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Little's 16 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Little Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Detroit, MI 48201
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Little's recorded volume peaked at 105 procedures in 2016 and stood at 29 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. Little
How does Dr. Little's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Little has performed 29 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Michigan average is 48 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Little ranks #166 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Little perform?
Dr. Little's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases) and knee replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Little in Detroit?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Detroit 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. Little 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. Little's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 29 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Little's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Little's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 105 procedures in 2016 and was 29 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. Little perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Little's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases), knee replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Little affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Little is affiliated with Detroit Receiving Hospital & Univ Health Center, Harper University Hospital.
How does Dr. Little compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Detroit?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Detroit, Dr. Little ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Detroit has 125 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Little practices?
Detroit Receiving Hospital & Univ Health Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars); Harper University Hospital (1 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 Detroit, Michigan
Dr. Little's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Detroit average of 82. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Detroit.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nicholas Frisch | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Banka | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Lacy | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hussein Darwiche | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wayne North | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Charters | 51 | Hip, Knee |
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