Dr. Joseph Finch, D.O.
Contact & Location
313-277-6700
Dearborn, MI 48124
Dr. Finch performs more knee replacement procedures than 77% of orthopedic surgeons in Michigan, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #46 of 202 ranked knee surgeons in Michigan.
About Dr. Finch
Practice. Dr. Joseph Finch is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dearborn, Michigan. The latest annual CMS data records 45 knee replacements and 29 hip replacements, 74 procedures in all. That is #46 in Michigan for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 41 and 82 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 45 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Dearborn has 8 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 | 25 | 43 |
| 2014 | 25 | 35 |
| 2015 | 32 | 29 |
| 2016 | 31 | 50 |
| 2017 | 38 | 32 |
| 2018 | 17 | 24 |
| 2019 | 26 | 31 |
| 2020 | 28 | 28 |
| 2021 | 22 | 36 |
| 2022 | 33 | 42 |
| 2023 | 39 | 43 |
| 2024 | 29 | 45 |
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. Finch Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Finch's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 41 to 82 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Finch
How does Dr. Finch's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Finch has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Finch ranks #48 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Finch perform?
Dr. Finch's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Finch in Dearborn?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Dearborn 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. Finch 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. Finch's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 310 procedures against the 74 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. Finch's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Finch's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 41 to 82 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Finch perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Finch's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Finch affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Finch is affiliated with Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Corewell Health Taylor Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospit, Corewell Health Wayne Hospital.
How does Dr. Finch compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dearborn?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Dearborn, Dr. Finch ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Finch is among the highest-volume surgeons in Dearborn.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Finch practices?
Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Corewell Health Taylor 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 Dearborn, Michigan
Dr. Finch's 74 Medicare procedures are above the Dearborn average of 56. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dearborn.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Silberg | 128 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Bak | 58 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Housner | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Marc Milia | 37 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Plagens | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Waldrop | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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