Dr. Michael Johnson, M.D.
Contact & Location
651-439-8807
Woodbury, MN 55129
Dr. Johnson performs more knee replacement procedures than 18% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #118 of 144 ranked knee surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Johnson
Practice. Dr. Michael Johnson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Woodbury, Minnesota. The latest annual CMS data records 15 knee replacements and 13 hip replacements, 28 procedures in all. That is #118 in Minnesota for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 16 and 43 procedures a year.
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. Woodbury has 3 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 | 15 |
| 2014 | 0 | 18 |
| 2015 | 0 | 16 |
| 2016 | 0 | 21 |
| 2017 | 11 | 12 |
| 2018 | 0 | 18 |
| 2019 | 11 | 27 |
| 2020 | 0 | 18 |
| 2021 | 14 | 28 |
| 2022 | 27 | 16 |
| 2023 | 18 | 25 |
| 2024 | 13 | 15 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Johnson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Johnson's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 16 to 43 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Johnson
How does Dr. Johnson's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Johnson has performed 28 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Minnesota average is 43 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Johnson ranks #110 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Johnson perform?
Dr. Johnson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Johnson in Woodbury?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Woodbury 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 Minnesota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Johnson 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Johnson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 120 procedures against the 28 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. Johnson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Johnson's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 16 to 43 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Johnson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Johnson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Johnson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital, Mayo Clinic Health System - Red Wing, United Hospital.
How does Dr. Johnson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Woodbury?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Woodbury, Dr. Johnson ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Johnson is among the highest-volume surgeons in Woodbury.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Johnson practices?
M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mayo Clinic Health System - Red Wing (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); United Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Woodbury, Minnesota
Dr. Johnson's 28 Medicare procedures are below the Woodbury average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Woodbury.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jack Drogt | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dane Hansen | 48 | Hip, Knee |
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