Dr. Roy Small, DO
Contact & Location
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Dr. Roy Small is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mount Clemens, Michigan. Dr. Small has performed 33 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#43 in Michigan) and 21 knee replacements, for a combined total of 54 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Small performs near average in hip (33 vs 29 avg), below average in knee (21 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Small's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (33 cases) and knee replacements (21 cases).
Mount Clemens is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mount Clemens area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Small first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Small's 33 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Small Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Small
How does Dr. Small's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Small has performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Small ranks #87 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Small perform?
Dr. Small's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (33 cases) and knee replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Small in Mount Clemens?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Clemens 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. Small 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. Small's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 54 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Small perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Small's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (33 cases), knee replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Small affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Small is affiliated with Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North Llc, Parkview Regional Medical Center, Parkview Dekalb Hospital, Parkview Huntington Hospital, Parkview Whitley Hospital. Dr. Small maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Small practices?
Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North Llc (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Parkview Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Parkview Dekalb Hospital (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Mount Clemens, Michigan
Dr. Small's 54 Medicare procedures are above the Mount Clemens average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mount Clemens.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Dirkx | 19 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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