Dr. Michael Hay, MD
Dr. Michael Hay is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Graham, Texas. Dr. Hay has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#338 in Texas) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 32 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Hay performs below average in knee (20 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Hay's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Dr. Hay is the only orthopedic surgeon in Graham represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Hay also maintains hospital privileges in TX and TN, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Texas.
Medicare records for Dr. Hay extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 32 in the most recent data, a 68% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hay's 20 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 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. Hay Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Graham, TX 76450
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hay's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 68% from 19 procedures in 2013 to 32 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. Hay
How does Dr. Hay's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Hay has performed 32 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Hay ranks #332 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hay perform?
Dr. Hay's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Hay's practice located?
Dr. Hay practices in Graham, Texas. The office is located at 1301 Montgomery Rd, Graham, TX 76450. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Hay for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hay 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. Hay's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 32 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hay's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hay's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2013 to 32 in the most recent data, a 68% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 47 procedures in 2015.
Does Dr. Hay perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hay's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hay affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hay is affiliated with Graham Regional Medical Center, Roane Medical Center. Dr. Hay maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hay practices?
Graham Regional Medical Center (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Roane 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.
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