Knee
Dr. Richard Hartman, DO
Dr. Richard Hartman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Coldwater, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Hartman has performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #111 in Michigan.
In Michigan, Dr. Hartman performs below average in knee (25 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Hartman's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 25 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Hartman is the only orthopedic surgeon in Coldwater represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Hartman extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 25 in the most recent data, a 67% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hartman's 25 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. Hartman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Coldwater, MI 49036
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hartman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 67% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 25 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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hartman
How does Dr. Hartman's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Hartman has performed 25 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. Hartman ranks #187 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hartman perform?
Dr. Hartman's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 25 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Hartman's practice located?
Dr. Hartman practices in Coldwater, Michigan. The office is located at 410 N Willowbrook Rd, Coldwater, MI 49036. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Hartman for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hartman 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. Hartman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hartman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hartman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 25 in the most recent data, a 67% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2019.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hartman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hartman is affiliated with Insight Hospital And Medical Center Coldwater.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hartman practices?
Insight Hospital And Medical Center Coldwater (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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