Dr. Gregory Housner, M.D.
Dr. Gregory Housner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dearborn, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Housner has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#88 in Michigan) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Housner performs near average in knee (29 vs 33 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Housner's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Dearborn is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Dearborn area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Housner's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 74 procedures in 2016 before settling at 40 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Housner's 29 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. Housner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Dearborn, MI 48124
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Housner's recorded volume peaked at 74 procedures in 2016 and stood at 40 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. Housner
How does Dr. Housner's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Housner has performed 40 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Housner ranks #126 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Housner perform?
Dr. Housner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Housner in Dearborn?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Dearborn 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. Housner 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. Housner's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 40 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Housner's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Housner's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 74 procedures in 2016 and was 40 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. Housner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Housner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Housner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Housner is affiliated with Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health Taylor Hospital, Trinity Health Livonia Hospital.
How does Dr. Housner compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dearborn?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Dearborn, Dr. Housner ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Housner is among the highest-volume surgeons in Dearborn.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Housner practices?
Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Corewell Health Taylor Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Trinity Health Livonia Hospital (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Dearborn, Michigan
Dr. Housner's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Dearborn average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dearborn.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Silberg | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Finch | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Bak | 39 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Marc Milia | 34 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Plagens | 25 | Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Waldrop | 21 | Knee |
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