Dr. Ramy Kurdi, DO
Contact & Location
Bay City, MI 48708
Dr. Ramy Kurdi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bay City, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Kurdi has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#99 in Michigan) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Kurdi performs near average in knee (29 vs 34 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Kurdi's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Bay City is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bay City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Kurdi's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2015. Volume peaked at 82 procedures in 2018 before settling at 47 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Kurdi's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Kurdi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kurdi's recorded volume peaked at 82 procedures in 2018 and stood at 47 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Kurdi
How does Dr. Kurdi's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Kurdi has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kurdi ranks #110 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kurdi perform?
Dr. Kurdi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kurdi in Bay City?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bay City 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. Kurdi 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. Kurdi's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kurdi's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kurdi's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 82 procedures in 2018 and was 47 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Kurdi perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kurdi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kurdi affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kurdi is affiliated with Memorial Healthcare.
How does Dr. Kurdi compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bay City?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bay City, Dr. Kurdi ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kurdi has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kurdi practices?
Memorial Healthcare (4 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 Bay City, Michigan
Dr. Kurdi's 47 Medicare procedures are above the Bay City average of 27. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bay City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Terrence Cherwin | 35 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Render | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Fleischman | 12 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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