Dr. Richard Bartholomew, D.O.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Richard Bartholomew is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Waterford, Michigan. In 2023, Dr. Bartholomew performed 44 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#6 in Michigan) and 21 knee replacements (#130 in Michigan), for a combined total of 65 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement
44 verified cases
#6 in Michigan
Knee Replacement
21 verified cases
#130 in Michigan

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Bartholomew

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (65 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Bartholomew, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 248-673-0500
4800 Highland Rd
Waterford, MI 48328
NPI: 1184656241
Credentials: D.O.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed D.O.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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