Dr. Joshua Anderson, MD
Dr. Joshua Anderson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Petoskey, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Anderson has performed 62 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#26 in Michigan) and 61 hip replacements, for a combined total of 123 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Anderson performs above average in knee (62 vs 33 avg), well above average in hip (61 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Anderson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (62 cases) and hip replacements (61 cases).
Petoskey is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Petoskey area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Anderson first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Anderson's 62 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Anderson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Petoskey, MI 49770
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Anderson has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Anderson
How does Dr. Anderson's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Anderson has performed 123 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Michigan average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Anderson ranks #17 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Anderson perform?
Dr. Anderson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases) and hip replacement (61 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Anderson in Petoskey?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Petoskey 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. Anderson 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. Anderson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 123 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Anderson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Anderson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases), hip replacement (61 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Anderson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Anderson is affiliated with Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital, Mclaren Northern Michigan, Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital, Mymichigan Medical Center Alpena, Mymichigan Medical Center-Sault.
How does Dr. Anderson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Petoskey?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Petoskey, Dr. Anderson ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Anderson is among the highest-volume surgeons in Petoskey.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Anderson practices?
Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mclaren Northern Michigan (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital (4 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 Petoskey, Michigan
Dr. Anderson's 123 Medicare procedures are above the Petoskey average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Petoskey.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Mancini | 128 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Nemec | 35 | Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Hazelwood | 21 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Mead | 14 | Knee |
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