Dr. Michael Prater, D.O.
Orthopedic Surgery
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Knee Replacement
40 verified cases
Hip Replacement
22 verified cases
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Questions to Ask Dr. Prater
This surgeon has high Medicare volume (62 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.
Recommended Script:
"Dr. Prater, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"
Contact & Location
ð Phone: 704-867-2333
870 Summit Crossing Pl
Gastonia, NC 28054
Gastonia, NC 28054
NPI: 1982955886
Credentials: D.O.
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Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
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13 years of practice experience
ð Licensed D.O.
ðĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
ð 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.