Dr. Joseph Burkhardt, DO

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Joseph Burkhardt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Battle Creek, Michigan. In 2023, Dr. Burkhardt completed 63 knee replacements (#25 in Michigan), 31 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements — 107 total Medicare-verified procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Michigan.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
63 verified cases
#25 in Michigan
Hip Replacement
31 verified cases
#50 in Michigan
Shoulder Replacement
13 verified cases
#48 in Michigan

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Burkhardt

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (107 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Burkhardt, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 269-979-6360
2 Heritage Oak Ln
Battle Creek, MI 49015
NPI: 1801808654
Credentials: DO
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed DO
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.