Dr. Michael Seem, M.D.
Contact & Location
540-667-8975
Winchester, VA 22601
Martinsburg, WV 25404
Charles Town, WV 25414
Dr. Seem performs more knee replacement procedures than 7% of orthopedic surgeons in Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #170 of 183 ranked knee surgeons in Virginia.
About Dr. Seem
Practice. Dr. Michael Seem is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Winchester, Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 14 knee replacements. That is #170 in Virginia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume peaked at 73 in 2022 and stands at 14 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 14 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Winchester has 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Seem also holds hospital privileges in VA and WV, a practice that extends beyond Virginia.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 27 | 26 |
| 2022 | 40 | 33 |
| 2023 | 13 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 14 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Seem Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Seem's recorded volume peaked at 73 procedures in 2022 and stood at 14 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Seem
How does Dr. Seem's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Seem has performed 14 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. Seem ranks #212 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Seem perform?
Dr. Seem's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Seem in Winchester?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Winchester 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. Seem represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Seem's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 14 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Seem's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Seem's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 73 procedures in 2022 and was 14 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Seem affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Seem is affiliated with Winchester Medical Center, Shenandoah Memorial Hospital, Grant Memorial Hospital, Warren Memorial Hospital, Hampshire Memorial Hospital. Dr. Seem maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Seem compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Winchester?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Winchester, Dr. Seem ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Winchester has 214 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Seem practices?
Winchester Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Shenandoah Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Grant Memorial Hospital (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 Winchester, Virginia
Dr. Seem's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Winchester average of 91. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Winchester.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Abbey Gore | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Wise | 109 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Zoller | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Patterson | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Mantell | 55 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Tariq Nayfeh | 51 | Hip, Knee |
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