Dr. Michael Murphy, MD
Contact & Location
Arlington, VA 22206
Dr. Michael Murphy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Murphy has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#147 in Virginia) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Murphy performs below average in knee (20 vs 58 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Murphy's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Arlington is home to 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Arlington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Murphy first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Murphy's 20 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Murphy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
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. Murphy
How does Dr. Murphy's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Murphy has performed 40 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 82 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Murphy ranks #140 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Murphy perform?
Dr. Murphy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Murphy in Arlington?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Arlington 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 40 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Murphy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Murphy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Murphy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Murphy is affiliated with Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange. Dr. Murphy maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Murphy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Arlington?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Arlington, Dr. Murphy ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Arlington has 280 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Murphy practices?
Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange (5 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 Arlington, Virginia
Dr. Murphy's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Arlington average of 172. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Arlington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Blake Peterson | 280 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Sershon | 259 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Romness | 202 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Gerscovich | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nigel Azer | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Petersen | 137 | Hip, Knee |
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