Dr. Michael Baer, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Michael Baer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In 2023, Dr. Baer performed 18 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#57 in Minnesota) and 17 knee replacements (#106 in Minnesota), for a combined total of 35 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
18 verified cases
#57 in Minnesota
Knee Replacement
17 verified cases
#106 in Minnesota

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Baer

Medicare volume represents only a portion of a surgeon's practice.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Baer, I see your Medicare volume is lower—what percentage of your practice is private insurance or sports medicine? Approximately how many total joint replacements do you perform annually?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 651-968-5201
2450 Riverside Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55454
NPI: 1285088773
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 10 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
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.