Shoulder
Dr. Amit Varma, MD
Dr. Amit Varma is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clermont, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Varma has performed 16 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #95 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Varma performs below average in shoulder (16 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Varma's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 16 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Clermont is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Clermont area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Varma first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Varma's 16 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Varma Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Clermont, FL 34711
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Varma
How does Dr. Varma's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Varma has performed 16 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Florida average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Varma ranks #450 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Varma perform?
Dr. Varma's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Varma in Clermont?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Clermont 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. Varma 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. Varma's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Varma affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Varma is affiliated with Orlando Health South Lake Hospital, Adventhealth Orlando, Orlando Health-Health Central Hospital.
How does Dr. Varma compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clermont?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Clermont, Dr. Varma ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Clermont has 72 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Varma practices?
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Orlando (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Orlando Health-Health Central Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Clermont, Florida
Dr. Varma's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Clermont average of 40. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clermont.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Lucas | 72 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Messieh | 57 | Knee |
| Dr. Jaime Carvajal Alba | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Miller | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Shekailo | 32 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Nowicki | 17 | Shoulder |
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