Dr. Michael Maline, D.O
Contact & Location
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Dr. Michael Maline is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dr. Maline has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#72 in Oklahoma) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Maline performs below average in knee (24 vs 46 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Maline's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Oklahoma City is home to 44 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Oklahoma City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Maline extend back to 2014, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 23 to 36 in the most recent data, a 57% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Maline's 24 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 Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Maline Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Maline's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 57% from 23 procedures in 2014 to 36 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. Maline
How does Dr. Maline's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Maline has performed 36 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oklahoma average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Maline ranks #65 out of 122 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Maline perform?
Dr. Maline's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Maline in Oklahoma City?
Yes. There are 44 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Maline 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. Maline's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Maline's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Maline's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 23 procedures in 2014 to 36 in the most recent data, a 57% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 48 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Maline perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Maline's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Maline affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Maline is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center, Ozarks Community Hospital Of Gravette, Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas. Dr. Maline maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Maline compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City?
Among the 44 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City, Dr. Maline ranks #23 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Oklahoma City has 449 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Maline practices?
Northwest Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Dr. Maline's 36 Medicare procedures are below the Oklahoma City average of 233. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oklahoma City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Jacob | 449 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Corey Ponder | 316 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Tkach | 279 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Reddick | 234 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Haynes | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Mitchell | 158 | Hip, Knee |
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