Dr. Kiel Beltinck, D.O.
Contact & Location
989-356-9333
Alpena, MI 49707
Dr. Beltinck performs more knee replacement procedures than 48% of orthopedic surgeons in Michigan, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #104 of 202 ranked knee surgeons in Michigan.
About Dr. Beltinck
Practice. Dr. Kiel Beltinck is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Alpena, Michigan. The latest annual CMS data records 28 knee replacements, 23 shoulder replacements, and 22 hip replacements, 73 procedures in all. That is #104 in Michigan for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 40 procedures a year to 73, up 83%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 28 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Alpena has 3 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 11 | 16 | 13 |
| 2018 | 17 | 32 | 14 |
| 2019 | 15 | 33 | 23 |
| 2020 | 0 | 27 | 14 |
| 2021 | 14 | 35 | 23 |
| 2022 | 18 | 35 | 22 |
| 2023 | 0 | 27 | 17 |
| 2024 | 22 | 28 | 23 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Beltinck Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Beltinck's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 83% from 40 procedures in 2017 to 73 in the most recent data.
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. Beltinck
How does Dr. Beltinck's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Beltinck has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Beltinck ranks #49 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Beltinck perform?
Dr. Beltinck performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Beltinck in Alpena?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Alpena 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. Beltinck 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Beltinck's total volume across all insurers at roughly 230 to 290 procedures against the 73 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. Beltinck's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Beltinck's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 40 procedures in 2017 to 73 in the most recent data, a 83% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 75 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Beltinck perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Beltinck's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Beltinck among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Beltinck affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Beltinck is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Alpena, Mymichigan Medical Center Tawas.
How does Dr. Beltinck compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Alpena?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Alpena, Dr. Beltinck ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Beltinck has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Beltinck practices?
Mymichigan Medical Center Alpena (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mymichigan Medical Center Tawas (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 Alpena, Michigan
Dr. Beltinck's 73 Medicare procedures are above the Alpena average of 49. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Alpena.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Dombroski | 49 | Knee |
| Dr. Kristalyn Mauch | 25 | Hip, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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