Dr. Jeffrey Declaire, M.D.
Contact & Location
248-650-2400
Rochester, MI 48307
Dr. Declaire performs more knee replacement procedures than 94% of orthopedic surgeons in Michigan, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #12 of 202 ranked knee surgeons in Michigan.
About Dr. Declaire
Practice. Dr. Jeffrey Declaire is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rochester, Michigan. The latest annual CMS data records 76 knee replacements. That is #12 in Michigan for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 202 in 2013 and stands at 76 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 76 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Rochester has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 202 |
| 2014 | 144 |
| 2015 | 127 |
| 2016 | 104 |
| 2017 | 128 |
| 2018 | 87 |
| 2019 | 94 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2021 | 79 |
| 2022 | 55 |
| 2023 | 89 |
| 2024 | 76 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Declaire Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Declaire's recorded volume peaked at 202 procedures in 2013 and stood at 76 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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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Declaire
How does Dr. Declaire's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Declaire has performed 76 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Declaire ranks #42 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Declaire perform?
Dr. Declaire's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 76 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Declaire with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Declaire ranks #12 in Michigan for knee replacement with 76 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 256 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Declaire in Rochester?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester 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. Declaire represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Declaire's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 330 procedures against the 76 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Declaire's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Declaire's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 202 procedures in 2013 and was 76 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. Declaire affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Declaire is affiliated with Henry Ford Rochester Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital, Henry Ford Health Hospital, Henry Ford Health Macomb Hospital, Henry Ford Health Providence Southfield Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Declaire practices?
Henry Ford Rochester Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Henry Ford Health Hospital (3 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 Rochester, Michigan
Dr. Declaire's 76 Medicare procedures are above the Rochester average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rochester.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Laker | 69 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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