Dr. Anthony Cerminara, M.D.
Contact & Location
772-288-2400
Stuart, FL 34994
Port St Lucie, FL 34987
Dr. Cerminara performs more knee replacement procedures than 49% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #207 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Cerminara
Dr. Anthony Cerminara is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stuart, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Cerminara performed 33 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#207 in Florida) and 19 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Cerminara performs below the state average in knee (33 vs 48), below the state average in shoulder (19 vs 34).
Dr. Cerminara's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (33 cases) and shoulder replacements (19 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Cerminara holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Stuart is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Stuart area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cerminara extend back to 2017, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 37 to 52 in the most recent data, a 41% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Cerminara's 33 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 23 | 14 | 0 |
| 2018 | 19 | 17 | 0 |
| 2019 | 27 | 30 | 0 |
| 2020 | 17 | 22 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 | 31 | 0 |
| 2022 | 15 | 27 | 0 |
| 2023 | 11 | 26 | 13 |
| 2024 | 0 | 33 | 19 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Cerminara Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cerminara's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 41% from 37 procedures in 2017 to 52 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cerminara
How does Dr. Cerminara's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Cerminara has performed 52 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. Cerminara ranks #245 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cerminara perform?
Dr. Cerminara's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases) and shoulder replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cerminara in Stuart?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Stuart 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. Cerminara 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Cerminara's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 210 procedures against the 52 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. Cerminara's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cerminara's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 37 procedures in 2017 to 52 in the most recent data, a 41% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 57 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Cerminara perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cerminara's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cerminara affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cerminara is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Jupiter Medical Center.
How does Dr. Cerminara compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Stuart?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Stuart, Dr. Cerminara ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cerminara is among the highest-volume surgeons in Stuart.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cerminara practices?
Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Jupiter Medical Center (4 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 Stuart, Florida
Dr. Cerminara's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Stuart average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Stuart.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Jones | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Hoffman | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Weisstein | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Carlson | 47 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nathaniel Hill | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Jordan | 31 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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