Dr. Arthur Valadie, MD
Contact & Location
941-792-1404
Bradenton, FL 34212
About Dr. Valadie
Dr. Arthur Valadie is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bradenton, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Valadie performed 48 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #138 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Valadie performs near the state average in knee (48 vs 48).
Dr. Valadie's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 48 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.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Valadie holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Bradenton is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bradenton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Valadie extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 48 in the most recent data, a 220% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Valadie's 48 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2022 | 52 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 48 |
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. Valadie Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Valadie's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 220% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 48 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Valadie
How does Dr. Valadie's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Valadie has performed 48 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. Valadie ranks #268 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Valadie perform?
Dr. Valadie's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 48 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Valadie in Bradenton?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Bradenton 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. Valadie 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. Valadie's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Valadie's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Valadie's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 48 in the most recent data, a 220% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 52 procedures in 2022.
How does Dr. Valadie compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bradenton?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Bradenton, Dr. Valadie ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bradenton has 260 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bradenton, Florida
Dr. Valadie's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Bradenton average of 138. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bradenton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alan Valadie | 260 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Cashen | 207 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Otte | 128 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Lamar | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Avinash Kumar | 108 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Joshua Greenspoon | 106 | Hip, Knee |
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