Dr. Michael Griesser, M.D.
Contact & Location
513-424-7711
Middletown, OH 45042
Dayton, OH 45409
Dr. Griesser performs more knee replacement procedures than 5% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #289 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Griesser
Practice. Dr. Michael Griesser is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Middletown, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 12 knee replacements. That is #289 in Ohio for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 7 years. Volume peaked at 27 in 2017 and stands at 12 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 12 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Middletown 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 12 |
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. Griesser Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Griesser's recorded volume peaked at 27 procedures in 2017 and stood at 12 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Griesser
How does Dr. Griesser's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Griesser has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Griesser ranks #354 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Griesser perform?
Dr. Griesser's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Griesser in Middletown?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Middletown 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Griesser 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. Griesser's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 12 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. Griesser's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Griesser's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 27 procedures in 2017 and was 12 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Griesser affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Griesser is affiliated with Atrium Medical Center, Miami Valley Hospital.
How does Dr. Griesser compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Middletown?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Middletown, Dr. Griesser ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Griesser is among the highest-volume surgeons in Middletown.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Griesser practices?
Atrium Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Miami Valley 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 Middletown, Ohio
Dr. Griesser's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Middletown average of 36. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Middletown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Richard Davis | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Checroun | 11 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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