Dr. Alexander Van Der Ven, M.D.
Dr. Alexander Van Der Ven is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Miami, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Van Der Ven has performed 130 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#12 in Florida) and 109 knee replacements, for a combined total of 239 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Van Der Ven performs well above average in hip (130 vs 39 avg), well above average in knee (109 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Van Der Ven's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (130 cases) and knee replacements (109 cases).
Miami is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Miami area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Van Der Ven extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 48 to 239 in the most recent data, a 398% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Van Der Ven's 130 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 36, ranking #58 nationally.
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. Van Der Ven Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Miami, FL 33176
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Van Der Ven's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 398% from 48 procedures in 2013 to 239 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. Van Der Ven
How does Dr. Van Der Ven's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Van Der Ven has performed 239 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Van Der Ven ranks #19 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Van Der Ven perform?
Dr. Van Der Ven's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (130 cases) and knee replacement (109 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Van Der Ven with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Van Der Ven ranks #12 in Florida for hip replacement with 130 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 509 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Van Der Ven in Miami?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Miami 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. Van Der Ven 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. Van Der Ven's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 239 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Van Der Ven's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Van Der Ven's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 48 procedures in 2013 to 239 in the most recent data, a 398% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 239 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Van Der Ven perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Van Der Ven's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (130 cases), knee replacement (109 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Van Der Ven affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Van Der Ven is affiliated with Doctors Hospital, Mariners Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, West Kendall Baptist Hospital, South Miami Hospital.
How does Dr. Van Der Ven compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Miami?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Miami, Dr. Van Der Ven ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Van Der Ven has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Van Der Ven practices?
Doctors Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Hospital Of Miami (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 Miami, Florida
Dr. Van Der Ven's 239 Medicare procedures are above the Miami average of 118. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Miami.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Juan Suarez | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yoav Zvi | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Lawrie | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karim Sabeh | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michaela Schneiderbauer | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Victor Hernandez | 64 | Hip, Knee |
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