Dr. Michael McGuire, M.D.
Contact & Location
575-532-9755
Las Cruces, NM 88011
Las Cruces, NM 88005
Dr. McGuire performs more knee replacement procedures than 52% of orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #18 of 38 ranked knee surgeons in New Mexico.
About Dr. McGuire
Practice. Dr. Michael McGuire is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The latest annual CMS data records 39 knee replacements. That is #18 in New Mexico for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 22 procedures a year to 39, up 77%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 39 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Las Cruces has 4 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 |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 31 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 39 |
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. 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. McGuire Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McGuire's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 77% from 22 procedures in 2013 to 39 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. McGuire
How does Dr. McGuire's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. McGuire has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Mexico average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. McGuire ranks #25 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McGuire perform?
Dr. McGuire's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 39 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. McGuire with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. McGuire ranks #18 in New Mexico for knee replacement with 39 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 45 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McGuire in Las Cruces?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Las Cruces 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 New Mexico surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. McGuire 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, which puts Dr. McGuire's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 170 procedures against the 39 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. McGuire's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McGuire's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2013 to 39 in the most recent data, a 77% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 44 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. McGuire affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McGuire is affiliated with Mountain View Regional Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center, Three Crosses Regional Hospital Llc.
How does Dr. McGuire compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Las Cruces?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Las Cruces, Dr. McGuire ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. McGuire is among the highest-volume surgeons in Las Cruces.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McGuire practices?
Mountain View Regional Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Memorial Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Three Crosses Regional Hospital Llc (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 Las Cruces, New Mexico
Dr. McGuire's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Las Cruces average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Las Cruces.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathon Struemph | 125 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ugonna Ezeh | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chenthuran Deivaraju | 33 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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