Dr. Hussein Darwiche
Dr. Hussein Darwiche is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Detroit, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Darwiche has performed 65 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#24 in Michigan) and 26 hip replacements, for a combined total of 91 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Darwiche performs above average in knee (65 vs 33 avg), near average in hip (26 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Darwiche's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (65 cases) and hip replacements (26 cases).
Detroit is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Detroit area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Darwiche extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 54 to 91 in the most recent data, a 69% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Darwiche's 65 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Darwiche Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Detroit, MI 48201
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Darwiche's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 69% from 54 procedures in 2013 to 91 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. Darwiche
How does Dr. Darwiche's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Darwiche has performed 91 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Michigan average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Darwiche ranks #34 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Darwiche perform?
Dr. Darwiche's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (65 cases) and hip replacement (26 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Darwiche in Detroit?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Detroit 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. Darwiche 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. Darwiche's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 91 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Darwiche's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Darwiche's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 54 procedures in 2013 to 91 in the most recent data, a 69% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 118 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Darwiche perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Darwiche's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (65 cases), hip replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Darwiche affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Darwiche is affiliated with Detroit Receiving Hospital & Univ Health Center, Harper University Hospital, Sinai-Grace Hospital, Henry Ford Health Hospital.
How does Dr. Darwiche compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Detroit?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Detroit, Dr. Darwiche ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Detroit has 125 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Darwiche practices?
Detroit Receiving Hospital & Univ Health Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars); Harper University Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Sinai-Grace Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Detroit, Michigan
Dr. Darwiche's 91 Medicare procedures are above the Detroit average of 82. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Detroit.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nicholas Frisch | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Banka | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Lacy | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wayne North | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Charters | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephanie Muh | 30 | Shoulder |
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