Dr. Todd Murphy, M.D.
Contact & Location
810-985-4900
Port Huron, MI 48060
Dr. Murphy performs more knee replacement procedures than 16% of orthopedic surgeons in Michigan, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #169 of 202 ranked knee surgeons in Michigan.
About Dr. Murphy
Practice. Dr. Todd Murphy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Port Huron, Michigan. The latest annual CMS data records 15 knee replacements and 12 shoulder replacements, 27 procedures in all. That is #169 in Michigan for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 14 procedures a year to 27, up 93%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 15 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Port Huron has 6 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 | 14 | 0 |
| 2016 | 23 | 0 |
| 2017 | 19 | 0 |
| 2018 | 16 | 0 |
| 2019 | 26 | 0 |
| 2020 | 22 | 0 |
| 2021 | 23 | 0 |
| 2022 | 20 | 0 |
| 2023 | 17 | 0 |
| 2024 | 15 | 12 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Murphy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Murphy's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 93% from 14 procedures in 2015 to 27 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Murphy
How does Dr. Murphy's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Murphy has performed 27 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. Murphy ranks #168 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Murphy perform?
Dr. Murphy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and shoulder replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Murphy in Port Huron?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Port Huron 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. Murphy 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Murphy's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 110 procedures against the 27 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. Murphy's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Murphy's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2015 to 27 in the most recent data, a 93% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 27 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Murphy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Murphy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Murphy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Murphy is affiliated with Mclaren Port Huron, Mckenzie Health System, Hills & Dales General Hospital.
How does Dr. Murphy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Port Huron?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Port Huron, Dr. Murphy ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Murphy is among the highest-volume surgeons in Port Huron.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Murphy practices?
Mclaren Port Huron (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hills & Dales General Hospital (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 Port Huron, Michigan
Dr. Murphy's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Port Huron average of 33. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Port Huron.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Heithoff | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Braaksma | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Leonard Karadimas | 23 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Lukas | 19 | Knee |
| Dr. Gerald Jerry | 17 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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