Dr. John Swartz, D.O.
Contact & Location
616-396-5855
Holland, MI 49424
Dr. Swartz performs more knee replacement procedures than 31% of orthopedic surgeons in Michigan, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #138 of 202 ranked knee surgeons in Michigan.
About Dr. Swartz
Practice. Dr. John Swartz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Holland, Michigan. The latest annual CMS data records 19 knee replacements and 15 hip replacements, 34 procedures in all. That is #138 in Michigan for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 9 years. Volume peaked at 98 in 2015 and stands at 34 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 19 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Holland has 4 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 21 | 18 |
| 2015 | 59 | 39 |
| 2016 | 14 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 13 |
| 2019 | 12 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 | 13 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 13 | 0 |
| 2023 | 11 | 17 |
| 2024 | 15 | 19 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Swartz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Swartz's recorded volume peaked at 98 procedures in 2015 and stood at 34 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. Swartz
How does Dr. Swartz's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Swartz has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Michigan average is 49 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Swartz ranks #151 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Swartz perform?
Dr. Swartz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Swartz in Holland?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Holland 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. Swartz 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Swartz's total volume across all insurers at roughly 110 to 140 procedures against the 34 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. Swartz's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Swartz's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 98 procedures in 2015 and was 34 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. Swartz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Swartz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Swartz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Swartz is affiliated with Holland Hospital, Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital, Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Butterworth.
How does Dr. Swartz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Holland?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Holland, Dr. Swartz ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Swartz is among the highest-volume surgeons in Holland.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Swartz practices?
Holland Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Butterworth (5 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 Holland, Michigan
Dr. Swartz's 34 Medicare procedures are below the Holland average of 48. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Holland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Derick Johnson | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jon Hop | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Spiering | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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