Dr. Michael Palmer, M.D.
Contact & Location
513-791-5200
Liberty Township, OH 45069
Dr. Palmer performs more hip replacement procedures than 52% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #96 of 203 ranked hip surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Palmer
Dr. Michael Palmer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Liberty Township, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Palmer performed 27 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#96 in Ohio) and 16 knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Palmer performs near the state average in hip (27 vs 32), below the state average in knee (16 vs 41).
Dr. Palmer's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (27 cases) and knee replacements (16 cases).
Dr. Palmer is the only orthopedic surgeon in Liberty Township represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Palmer extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 43 in the most recent data, a 207% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Palmer's 27 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,542 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 14 | 0 |
| 2020 | 13 | 0 |
| 2021 | 17 | 0 |
| 2022 | 16 | 13 |
| 2023 | 31 | 36 |
| 2024 | 27 | 16 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 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. Palmer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Palmer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 207% from 14 procedures in 2019 to 43 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 Hip Replacement
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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Palmer
How does Dr. Palmer's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Palmer has performed 43 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. Palmer ranks #193 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Palmer perform?
Dr. Palmer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (27 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
Where is Dr. Palmer's practice located?
Dr. Palmer practices in Liberty Township, Ohio. The office is located at 6939 Cox Rd, Liberty Township, OH 45069. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Palmer for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Palmer 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Palmer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 180 procedures against the 43 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. Palmer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Palmer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2019 to 43 in the most recent data, a 207% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 67 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Palmer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Palmer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (27 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Palmer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Palmer is affiliated with Christ Hospital, Atrium Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Palmer practices?
Christ Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Atrium Medical Center (4 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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