Dr. Jeffrey Hovater, D.O.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Jeffrey Hovater is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Florence, Alabama. In 2023, Dr. Hovater completed 34 knee replacements (#35 in Alabama), 24 hip replacements, and 18 shoulder replacements — 76 total Medicare-verified procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Alabama.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
34 verified cases
#35 in Alabama
Hip Replacement
24 verified cases
#26 in Alabama
Shoulder Replacement
18 verified cases
#16 in Alabama

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Hovater

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (76 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Hovater, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 256-718-3200
1751 Veterans Dr Ste 300
Florence, AL 35630
NPI: 1639378540
Credentials: D.O.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed D.O.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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