Knee
Dr. James Kehoe, D.O.
Dr. James Kehoe is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clinton Twp, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Kehoe has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #209 in Michigan.
In Michigan, Dr. Kehoe performs below average in knee (12 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Kehoe's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Kehoe is the only orthopedic surgeon in Clinton Twp represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Kehoe also maintains hospital privileges in MI and AZ, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Michigan.
Dr. Kehoe's Medicare data spans 8 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 25 procedures in 2014 before settling at 12 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Kehoe's 12 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. Kehoe Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Clinton Twp, MI 48036
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kehoe's recorded volume peaked at 25 procedures in 2014 and stood at 12 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kehoe
How does Dr. Kehoe's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Kehoe has performed 12 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. Kehoe ranks #261 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kehoe perform?
Dr. Kehoe's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Kehoe's practice located?
Dr. Kehoe practices in Clinton Twp, Michigan. The office is located at 21550 Harrington St, Clinton Twp, MI 48036. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Kehoe for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kehoe 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. Kehoe's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kehoe's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kehoe's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 25 procedures in 2014 and was 12 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kehoe affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kehoe is affiliated with Mclaren Macomb, Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation. Dr. Kehoe maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kehoe practices?
Mclaren Macomb (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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