Dr. Andrew Petrella, M.D.
Contact & Location
352-746-2663
Lecanto, FL 34461
Dr. Petrella performs more knee replacement procedures than 89% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #44 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Petrella
Practice. Dr. Andrew Petrella is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lecanto, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 98 knee replacements and 73 hip replacements, 171 procedures in all. That is #44 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 146 and 212 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 98 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Lecanto has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 54 | 101 |
| 2014 | 59 | 122 |
| 2015 | 70 | 119 |
| 2016 | 62 | 144 |
| 2017 | 67 | 145 |
| 2018 | 70 | 121 |
| 2019 | 79 | 112 |
| 2020 | 77 | 86 |
| 2021 | 59 | 87 |
| 2022 | 68 | 125 |
| 2023 | 74 | 113 |
| 2024 | 73 | 98 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Petrella Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Petrella's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 146 to 212 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Petrella
How does Dr. Petrella's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Petrella has performed 171 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Petrella ranks #43 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Petrella perform?
Dr. Petrella's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (98 cases) and hip replacement (73 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Petrella in Lecanto?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Lecanto 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. Petrella represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Petrella's total volume across all insurers at roughly 570 to 720 procedures against the 171 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Petrella's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Petrella's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 146 to 212 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Petrella perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Petrella's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (98 cases), hip replacement (73 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Petrella affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Petrella is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital Crystal River, Hca Florida Citrus Hospital.
How does Dr. Petrella compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lecanto?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Lecanto, Dr. Petrella ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Petrella has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Petrella practices?
Tampa General Hospital Crystal River (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hca Florida Citrus Hospital (2 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 Lecanto, Florida
Dr. Petrella's 171 Medicare procedures are above the Lecanto average of 77. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lecanto.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Keen | 48 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Donald Franklin | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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