Dr. Michael Canfield, MD
Dr. Michael Canfield is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saratoga Springs, New York. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Canfield has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#116 in New York) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Canfield performs below average in knee (34 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Canfield's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Saratoga Springs is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Saratoga Springs area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Canfield first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Canfield's 34 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Canfield Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Canfield has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Canfield
How does Dr. Canfield's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Canfield has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Canfield ranks #135 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Canfield perform?
Dr. Canfield's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Canfield in Saratoga Springs?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Saratoga Springs 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 York surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Canfield represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Canfield's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Canfield perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Canfield's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Canfield affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Canfield is affiliated with Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, St Mary'S Healthcare.
How does Dr. Canfield compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Saratoga Springs?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Saratoga Springs, Dr. Canfield ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Saratoga Springs has 115 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Canfield practices?
Glens Falls Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Saratoga Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Mary'S Healthcare (2 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Saratoga Springs, New York
Dr. Canfield's 56 Medicare procedures are below the Saratoga Springs average of 77. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Saratoga Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William O'connor | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Gainor | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Kleis | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Silver | 52 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Larosa | 44 | Hip, Knee |
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