Dr. Michael Lefkowitz, MD
Contact & Location
740-477-6511
Circleville, OH 43113
Dr. Lefkowitz performs more knee replacement procedures than 37% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #190 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Lefkowitz
Dr. Michael Lefkowitz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Circleville, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Lefkowitz performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #190 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Lefkowitz performs below the state average in knee (24 vs 41).
Dr. Lefkowitz's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 24 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Circleville is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Circleville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Lefkowitz's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2023 before settling at 24 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Lefkowitz's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 21 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
| 2018 | 12 | 27 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| 2023 | 11 | 18 | 12 |
| 2024 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
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. Lefkowitz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lefkowitz's recorded volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2023 and stood at 24 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lefkowitz
How does Dr. Lefkowitz's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Lefkowitz has performed 24 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. Lefkowitz ranks #264 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lefkowitz perform?
Dr. Lefkowitz's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 24 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lefkowitz in Circleville?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Circleville 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. Lefkowitz 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. Lefkowitz's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 100 procedures against the 24 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. Lefkowitz's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Lefkowitz's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2023 and was 24 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. Lefkowitz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lefkowitz is affiliated with Berger Hospital, Adena Fayette Medical Center, Adena Regional Medical Center, Greenfield Area Medical Center, Grant Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lefkowitz practices?
Berger Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Adena Fayette Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars); Adena Regional Medical Center (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 Circleville, Ohio
Dr. Lefkowitz's 24 Medicare procedures are above the Circleville average of 19. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Circleville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Ianni | 13 | Knee |
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