Dr. Nathan Rimmke
Contact & Location
248-215-8080
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Dr. Rimmke performs more knee replacement procedures than 70% of orthopedic surgeons in Michigan, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #59 of 202 ranked knee surgeons in Michigan.
About Dr. Rimmke
Practice. Dr. Nathan Rimmke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rochester Hills, Michigan. The latest annual CMS data records 39 knee replacements. That is #59 in Michigan for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 16 procedures a year to 39, up 144%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 39 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Rochester Hills has 4 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 16 |
| 2018 | 11 | 16 |
| 2019 | 16 | 16 |
| 2020 | 0 | 11 |
| 2021 | 16 | 11 |
| 2022 | 31 | 13 |
| 2023 | 40 | 12 |
| 2024 | 39 | 0 |
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. 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. Rimmke Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rimmke's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 144% from 16 procedures in 2017 to 39 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rimmke
How does Dr. Rimmke's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Rimmke has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Michigan average is 49 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Rimmke ranks #130 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rimmke perform?
Dr. Rimmke's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 39 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
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 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, which puts Dr. Rimmke's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 170 procedures against the 39 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. Rimmke's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rimmke's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2017 to 39 in the most recent data, a 144% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 52 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rimmke affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rimmke is affiliated with Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospit.
How does Dr. Rimmke compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rochester Hills?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester Hills, Dr. Rimmke ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Rimmke has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rimmke practices?
Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospit (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Rochester Hills, Michigan
Dr. Rimmke's 39 Medicare procedures are above the Rochester Hills average of 27. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rochester Hills.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Perkins | 29 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew D'john | 26 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Ciarlone | 15 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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