Hip Replacement Surgery (inpatient)
Dr. Michael J. Blackmer, D.O.
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Facility fee
operating and recovery room services & supplies for a normal inpatient stay (average 2 to 3 days) which will be determined by your physician at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center
Physician fee
treatment and procedure-related postoperative follow-up visit(s) within 90 days of surgery. Does NOT include the initial evaluation to determine the need of the procedure.
Anesthesiologist fee
regional or general anesthesia for the entire duration of the procedure
Hospitalist fee
DOES NOT INCLUDE THE HOSPITALIST FEE. Hospitals often contract with hospitalist groups who provide care to patients if the primary care physician becomes unavailable. If your situation requires hospitalist services, you will receive a bill from the hospitalist group.
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Visit WebsiteAbout Dr. Michael J. Blackmer, D.O.
Dr. Michael J. Blackmer, D.O.
Dr. Blackmer, a fellowship-trained joint replacement specialist, received his Bachelor’s of Science in Biomedical Sciences and Master of Medical Science from the University of South Florida. He completed his medical education at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, followed by a residency at Michigan State University, and completed his fellowship in adult reconstruction from the University of Chicago Department of Orthopaedics.
Dr. Blackmer enjoys treating general orthopaedic injuries, sports injuries, and all aspects of fracture care. In addition, he has received extensive training in all areas of joint replacement surgery. He has a special interest in optimizing patient outcomes and experiences with a customized treatment plan. This includes using the most advanced technology available for rapid recovery, computer, and robotic-assisted surgery, minimally invasive and muscle-sparing techniques, direct anterior approach hip replacement, as well as complex revision surgery.
Dr. Blackmer was born and raised on the Gulf Coast of Florida. He and his wife, Kristen, are raising three boys Jaxon, Colton, and Brooks. He has volunteered his time with the MIVO Foundation to provide orthopedic care to the people of Haiti. He enjoys fishing, golfing, and coaching the boys’ sports. The Blackmer family is proud to call Baldwin County Alabama their home.
Residency
Michigan State University/McLaren Greater Lansing with additional training at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore and UPMC Pinnacle Memorial Hospital, York, PA
Fellowship
Adult Reconstruction, University of Chicago Department of Orthopedics, Chicago, IL
Medical School
Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
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