Dr. Nathan Rimmke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Dr. Rimmke has performed 40 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#61 in Michigan) and 12 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
Dr. Rimmke's 52 Medicare procedures are near the Michigan median of 38. The state has 272 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Rimmke's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 77% of reported Medicare volume.
Rochester Hills is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Rochester Hills area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rimmke
How does Dr. Rimmke's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Rimmke has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Rimmke ranks #93 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rimmke perform?
Dr. Rimmke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases) and shoulder replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rimmke in Rochester Hills?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester Hills 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. Rimmke 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. Rimmke's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Rochester Hills, Michigan
Compare Dr. Rimmke's volume with other surgeons practicing in Rochester Hills.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew D'john | 28 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Perkins | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Ciarlone | 24 | Hip |
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