Dr. Edward Lis, D.O.
Dr. Edward Lis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clarkston, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Lis has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#197 in Michigan) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 27 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Lis performs below average in knee (14 vs 33 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Lis's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (14 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Dr. Lis is the only orthopedic surgeon in Clarkston represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Lis extend back to 2013, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 27 in the most recent data, a 69% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Lis's 14 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Lis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Clarkston, MI 48346
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lis's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 69% from 16 procedures in 2013 to 27 in the most recent data.
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. Lis
How does Dr. Lis's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Lis has performed 27 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. Lis ranks #175 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lis perform?
Dr. Lis's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Where is Dr. Lis's practice located?
Dr. Lis practices in Clarkston, Michigan. The office is located at 6310 Sashabaw Rd, Clarkston, MI 48346. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Lis for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lis 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. Lis's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lis's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lis's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2013 to 27 in the most recent data, a 69% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 33 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Lis perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lis's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lis is affiliated with Henry Ford Genesys Hospital, Hurley Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lis practices?
Henry Ford Genesys Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hurley Medical Center (2 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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