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Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD

(Dr. Michael McCracken, M.D.)

(4 Ratings)

Specializes in: Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery

Wayne State University School of Medicine (1997)

Professional interests include: biopsy, eyelid problems, thyroid problems

10465 Park Meadows Drive Suite 105
Lone Tree, CO 80124

(720) 851-6600

Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD is an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO specializing in ophthalmic plastic surgery. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1997 and has 29 years of experience. Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD is affiliated with HealthOne and HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge.

Office Locations

HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge

10465 Park Meadows Drive Suite 105
Lone Tree, CO 80124

(720) 851-6600

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11960 Lioness Way Suite 160
Parker, CO 80134

(720) 851-6600

(720) 851-0887

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Some issues Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD can help you with:

Biopsy

A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove a small sample of cells for testing. The cells are examined in a laboratory to check for disease, or sometimes to see how badly a known disease is affecting them. Biopsy can be performed on any part of the body.

Although biopsy is most often associated with cancer, it can also be used to check for other diseases, such as infections. A biopsy sample can be scraped, cut, collected with a needle, taken with a machine that punches out a tiny piece, or removed with the tiny tools in an endoscope.

In most cases, a biopsy is a simple outpatient procedure. Depending on the procedure, patients may need to stop taking certain medications beforehand, such as blood thinners. It is important for patients to tell doctors if they are pregnant, as certain biopsies require the use of x-rays to guide the needle to the right location. There is usually very little pain associated with a biopsy. Patients will have to wait a few days to hear the results.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

lacrimal surgery

lacrimal procedures

tear duct probing

In 2012, Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD had a list price for lacrimal surgery, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures, and tear duct probing that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Colorado. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO during 2012 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	233
excision	54
eye procedures	237
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	22
plastic surgery procedures	75
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	54
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO during 2013 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	285
excision	27
eye procedures	193
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	15
plastic surgery procedures	112
reconstructive surgery	25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	27
tissue transfer	25
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	25

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD.

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	133

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	229
Black	0
Hispanic	23
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	140
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD in 2013

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	22
Dementia	6
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO during 2014 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	269
excision	29
eye procedures	201
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	21
plastic surgery procedures	115
reconstructive surgery	21
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	29
tissue transfer	21
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	21

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD.

**Gender**
Male	117
Female	158

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	241
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	150
From 75 to 84	83
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD in 2014

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	9
Chronic Kidney Disease	8
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	19
Dementia	5
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO during 2015 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	239
excision	28
eye procedures	277
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	31
plastic surgery procedures	148
reconstructive surgery	19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	28
tissue transfer	19
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	19

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD.

**Gender**
Male	248
Female	402

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	590
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	308
From 75 to 84	240
85 and over	80
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD in 2015

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	18
Dementia	5
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO during 2016 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	223
excision	36
eye procedures	260
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	44
plastic surgery procedures	104
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	36

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD.

**Gender**
Male	115
Female	193

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	278
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	174
From 75 to 84	92
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD in 2016

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	17
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO during 2017 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	198
excision	26
eye procedures	241
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	39
plastic surgery procedures	106
reconstructive surgery	17
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	26
tissue transfer	17
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	17

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD.

**Gender**
Male	129
Female	140

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	250
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	150
From 75 to 84	82
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD in 2017

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	17
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO during 2018 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	168
excision	21
eye procedures	226
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	23
plastic surgery procedures	63
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	21

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	166

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	237
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	148
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD in 2018

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	18
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO during 2019 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	214
excision	25
eye procedures	249
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	17
plastic surgery procedures	75
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	25

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD.

**Gender**
Male	114
Female	188

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	273
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	170
From 75 to 84	97
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD in 2019

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	21
Dementia	9
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO during 2020 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	200
excision	15
eye procedures	87
plastic surgery procedures	50
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	15

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD.

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	128

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	184
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	117
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD in 2020

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	14
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO during 2021 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	209
excision	22
eye procedures	68
plastic surgery procedures	46
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	22

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD.

**Gender**
Male	72
Female	117

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	174
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	107
From 75 to 84	63
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD in 2021

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	19
Dementia	7
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO during 2022 were eye procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), excision and plastic surgery procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	166
excision	20
eye procedures	37
plastic surgery procedures	17
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	20

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD.

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	93

**Age**
From 65 to 74	96
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD in 2022

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	19
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Lone Tree, CO were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	218
excision	27
eye procedures	188
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	26
plastic surgery procedures	82
reconstructive surgery	20
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	27
tissue transfer	20
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	21

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD.

**Gender**
Male	106
Female	156

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	223
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	3
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	80
85 and over	7
Less than 65	2
65 to 74	141

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	16
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	4
Cancer	9

Education & Training

Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1997. He completed residency at University of Illinois Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Colorado.

Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine (1997)

Residency: University of Illinois Affiliated Hospitals (2001)

Licensed In: Colorado

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

HealthOne

HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD has an average of 1.5 out of 5 stars based on 4 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Lone Tree, CO.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Michael S. McCracken, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Allergan Inc.	$3,041 BOTOX COSMETIC $499	KYBELLA $116	BOTOX $34	OZURDEX $22	NATRELLE IMPLANTS $13	Other $2,358
Allergan, Inc.	$501 BOTOX $182	BOTOX COSMETIC $60	$258
Galderma Laboratories, L.P.	$460 DYSPORT $24	$436
Merz North America, Inc.	$313 Xeomin $313
Stryker Corporation	$268 SONOPET IQ $154	Oculoplastic $114
Other	$1,125 BOTOX $197	TEPEZZA $158	LUCENTIS $134	LOTEMAX GEL $125	MATRIXMIDFACE $124	Other $387

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$5,543
Gift	$165

Biography

Dr. Michael McCracken is a specialist in ophthalmic plastic surgery in Parker, CO and Lone Tree, CO. He is rated 1.5 stars (out of 5) by his patients. In his practice, he is particularly interested in thyroid problems, biopsy, and eyelid problems. Before completing his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Illinois, Dr. McCracken attended medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. McCracken (or staff) speaks the following foreign languages: Spanish, Romanian, and Greek. He is professionally affiliated with HealthOne.