Dr. Michael Neel, M.D.
Dr. Michael Neel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Neel has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#101 in Tennessee) and 28 hip replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Neel performs below average in knee (28 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (28 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Neel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (28 cases).
Memphis is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Memphis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Neel extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 45 to 56 in the most recent data, a 24% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Neel's 28 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Neel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Memphis, TN 38120
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Neel's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 24% from 45 procedures in 2013 to 56 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. Neel
How does Dr. Neel's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Neel has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Neel ranks #87 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Neel perform?
Dr. Neel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Neel in Memphis?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Memphis 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Neel 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. Neel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Neel's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Neel's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 45 procedures in 2013 to 56 in the most recent data, a 24% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 56 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Neel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Neel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Neel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Neel is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital, Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis.
How does Dr. Neel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Memphis?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Memphis, Dr. Neel ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Memphis has 161 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Neel practices?
Baptist Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis (4 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 Memphis, Tennessee
Dr. Neel's 56 Medicare procedures are below the Memphis average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Memphis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Wodowski | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Owen Tabor | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Weiss | 70 | Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Giel | 61 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Cleveland | 32 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jay Saenz | 13 | Knee |
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