Dr. Michael Dirkx, D.O.
Dr. Michael Dirkx is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mount Clemens, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Dirkx has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#161 in Michigan) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 30 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Dirkx performs below average in knee (18 vs 33 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Dirkx's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (18 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Mount Clemens is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mount Clemens area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Dirkx first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Dirkx's 18 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Dirkx Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dirkx 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. Dirkx
How does Dr. Dirkx's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Dirkx has performed 30 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Michigan average is 48 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dirkx ranks #164 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dirkx perform?
Dr. Dirkx's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dirkx in Mount Clemens?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Clemens 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. Dirkx 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. Dirkx's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Dirkx perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dirkx's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dirkx affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dirkx is affiliated with St Anthony Regional Hospital & Nursing Home. Dr. Dirkx maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dirkx practices?
St Anthony Regional Hospital & Nursing Home (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 Mount Clemens, Michigan
Dr. Dirkx's 30 Medicare procedures are above the Mount Clemens average of 24. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mount Clemens.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Wagner | 17 | Knee |
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