Dr. Elizabeth Klag, MD
Dr. Elizabeth Klag is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ann Arbor, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Klag has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#84 in Michigan) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 45 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Klag performs near average in knee (30 vs 33 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Klag's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Ann Arbor is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Ann Arbor area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Klag first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Klag's 30 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. Klag Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Klag
How does Dr. Klag's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Klag has performed 45 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Klag ranks #106 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Klag perform?
Dr. Klag's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Klag in Ann Arbor?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Ann Arbor 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. Klag 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. Klag's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 45 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Klag perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Klag's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Klag affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Klag is affiliated with University Of Michigan Health.
How does Dr. Klag compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Ann Arbor?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Ann Arbor, Dr. Klag ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Ann Arbor has 135 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Klag practices?
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 Ann Arbor, Michigan
Dr. Klag's 45 Medicare procedures are below the Ann Arbor average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ann Arbor.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Urquhart | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Elizabeth Dailey | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Hallstrom | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Schilling | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Derek Semaan | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Aibinder | 24 | Shoulder |
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