Dr. Michael Hoffman, MD
Dr. Michael Hoffman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Brigham City, Utah. Dr. Hoffman has performed 66 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#16 in Utah) and 34 hip replacements, for a combined total of 100 procedures.
In Utah, Dr. Hoffman performs above average in knee (66 vs 42 avg), near average in hip (34 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Hoffman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (66 cases) and hip replacements (34 cases).
Dr. Hoffman is the only orthopedic surgeon in Brigham City represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Hoffman's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 22 to 109 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hoffman's 66 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. Hoffman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Contact & Location
Brigham City, UT 84302
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hoffman's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 22 to 109 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Hoffman
How does Dr. Hoffman's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Hoffman has performed 100 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Utah average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hoffman ranks #19 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hoffman perform?
Dr. Hoffman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases) and hip replacement (34 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hoffman with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Hoffman ranks #16 in Utah for knee replacement with 66 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 89 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Hoffman's practice located?
Dr. Hoffman practices in Brigham City, Utah. The office is located at 1030 S Medical Dr Ste A, Brigham City, UT 84302. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Hoffman for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hoffman 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. Hoffman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 100 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hoffman's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Hoffman's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 22 to 109 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Hoffman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hoffman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hoffman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hoffman is affiliated with Intermountain Health Logan Regional Hospital, Brigham City Community Hospital, Cache Valley Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hoffman practices?
Intermountain Health Logan Regional Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Brigham City Community Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Cache Valley Hospital (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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