Dr. Adam Bright, M.D.
Dr. Adam Bright is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sarasota, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bright has performed 58 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#113 in Florida) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 80 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Bright performs near average in knee (58 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Bright's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (58 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Sarasota is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sarasota area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bright extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 57 to 80 in the most recent data, a 40% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bright's 58 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Bright Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Sarasota, FL 34239
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bright's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 40% from 57 procedures in 2013 to 80 in the most recent data.
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. Bright
How does Dr. Bright's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Bright has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bright ranks #161 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bright perform?
Dr. Bright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bright in Sarasota?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Sarasota 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 Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bright 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. Bright's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 80 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bright's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bright's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 57 procedures in 2013 to 80 in the most recent data, a 40% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 84 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Bright perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bright affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bright is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Bright compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sarasota?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Sarasota, Dr. Bright ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Sarasota has 518 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bright practices?
Sarasota Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Sarasota, Florida
Dr. Bright's 80 Medicare procedures are below the Sarasota average of 236. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sarasota.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Stolarski | 518 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Dingle | 473 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Talluri | 187 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Stewart | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Silverstein | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Thomas | 112 | Hip, Knee |
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