Dr. David Markel, MD
Contact & Location
866-974-2673
Southfield, MI 48075
Dr. Markel performs more knee replacement procedures than 62% of orthopedic surgeons in Michigan, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #76 of 202 ranked knee surgeons in Michigan.
About Dr. Markel
Dr. David Markel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Southfield, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Markel performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#76 in Michigan) and 21 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Markel performs near the state average in knee (35 vs 34), below the state average in hip (21 vs 29).
Dr. Markel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Southfield is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Southfield area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Markel's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 109 procedures in 2013 before settling at 56 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Markel's 35 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 40 | 69 |
| 2014 | 32 | 63 |
| 2015 | 32 | 57 |
| 2016 | 36 | 65 |
| 2017 | 27 | 65 |
| 2018 | 37 | 65 |
| 2019 | 33 | 61 |
| 2020 | 26 | 28 |
| 2021 | 38 | 60 |
| 2022 | 31 | 46 |
| 2023 | 27 | 40 |
| 2024 | 21 | 35 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Markel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Markel's recorded volume peaked at 109 procedures in 2013 and stood at 56 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Markel
How does Dr. Markel's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Markel has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Markel ranks #84 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Markel perform?
Dr. Markel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Markel in Southfield?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Southfield 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. Markel represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Markel's total volume across all insurers at roughly 190 to 240 procedures against the 56 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Markel's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Markel's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 109 procedures in 2013 and was 56 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. Markel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Markel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Markel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Markel is affiliated with Henry Ford Health Providence Southfield Hospital.
How does Dr. Markel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Southfield?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Southfield, Dr. Markel ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Markel is among the highest-volume surgeons in Southfield.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Markel practices?
Henry Ford Health Providence Southfield 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Southfield, Michigan
Dr. Markel's 56 Medicare procedures are below the Southfield average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Southfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Devitt | 157 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Knesek | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jefferey Michaelson | 44 | Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Shapiro | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Ivan Kamikovski | 16 | Shoulder |
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