Dr. Michael Welker, M.D.
Dr. Michael Welker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Miamisburg, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Welker has completed 76 knee replacements (#37 in Ohio), 31 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements, totaling 120 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Welker performs above average in knee (76 vs 40 avg), near average in hip (31 vs 31 avg), below average in shoulder (13 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Welker performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (76 cases), followed by hip replacements (31) and shoulder replacements (13).
Miamisburg is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Miamisburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Welker extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 85 to 120 in the most recent data, a 41% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Welker's 76 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Welker Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Miamisburg, OH 45342
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Welker's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 41% from 85 procedures in 2013 to 120 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Welker
How does Dr. Welker's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Welker has performed 120 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Welker ranks #36 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Welker perform?
Dr. Welker performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (76 cases), hip replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Welker in Miamisburg?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Miamisburg 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. Welker 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. Welker's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 120 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Welker's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Welker's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 85 procedures in 2013 to 120 in the most recent data, a 41% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 120 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Welker perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Welker's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases), hip replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Welker among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Welker affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Welker is affiliated with Kettering Health Miamisburg, Kettering Health Dayton, Kettering Health Main Campus.
How does Dr. Welker compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Miamisburg?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Miamisburg, Dr. Welker ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Welker has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Welker practices?
Kettering Health Miamisburg (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Kettering Health Dayton (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kettering Health Main Campus (3 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 Miamisburg, Ohio
Dr. Welker's 120 Medicare procedures are above the Miamisburg average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Miamisburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gurpal Ahluwalia | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Razzano | 35 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Burleson | 15 | Knee |
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