Dr. Creg Carpenter, MD
Contact & Location
734-593-5700
Chelsea, MI 48118
About Dr. Carpenter
Dr. Creg Carpenter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chelsea, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Carpenter performed 105 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#5 in Michigan) and 47 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 152 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Carpenter performs well above the state average in knee (105 vs 34), above the state average in hip (47 vs 29).
Dr. Carpenter's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (105 cases) and hip replacements (47 cases).
Chelsea is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chelsea area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Carpenter's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 273 procedures in 2017 before settling at 152 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Carpenter's 105 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 54 | 110 |
| 2014 | 62 | 111 |
| 2015 | 71 | 122 |
| 2016 | 71 | 153 |
| 2017 | 104 | 169 |
| 2018 | 96 | 150 |
| 2019 | 96 | 161 |
| 2020 | 77 | 121 |
| 2021 | 91 | 133 |
| 2022 | 85 | 120 |
| 2023 | 76 | 130 |
| 2024 | 47 | 105 |
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. Carpenter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carpenter's recorded volume peaked at 273 procedures in 2017 and stood at 152 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. Carpenter
How does Dr. Carpenter's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Carpenter has performed 152 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Carpenter ranks #7 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carpenter perform?
Dr. Carpenter's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (105 cases) and hip replacement (47 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Carpenter with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Carpenter ranks #5 in Michigan for knee replacement with 105 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 256 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carpenter in Chelsea?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Chelsea 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. Carpenter 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. Carpenter's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 152 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Carpenter's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Carpenter's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 273 procedures in 2017 and was 152 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. Carpenter perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carpenter's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (105 cases), hip replacement (47 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carpenter affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carpenter is affiliated with Chelsea Hospital, Trinity Health Livingston Hospital, University Of Michigan Health, Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, Henry Ford Health Jackson Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carpenter practices?
Chelsea Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Trinity Health Livingston Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); University Of Michigan Health (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Chelsea, Michigan
Dr. Carpenter's 152 Medicare procedures are above the Chelsea average of 135. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chelsea.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Williams | 118 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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