Dr. Benjamin Maxson, D.O.
Contact & Location
813-978-9700
Temple Terrace, FL 33617
Dr. Maxson performs more knee replacement procedures than 71% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #115 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Maxson
Practice. Dr. Benjamin Maxson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Temple Terrace, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 55 knee replacements and 21 hip replacements, 76 procedures in all. That is #115 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 5 years. Volume rose from 16 procedures a year to 76, up 375%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 55 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Temple Terrace has 23 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 16 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 13 | 35 |
| 2022 | 21 | 49 |
| 2023 | 33 | 44 |
| 2024 | 21 | 55 |
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. Maxson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Maxson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 375% from 16 procedures in 2019 to 76 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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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
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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. Maxson
How does Dr. Maxson's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Maxson has performed 76 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Maxson ranks #177 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Maxson perform?
Dr. Maxson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Maxson in Temple Terrace?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace 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. Maxson 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. Maxson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 260 to 320 procedures against the 76 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. Maxson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Maxson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2019 to 76 in the most recent data, a 375% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 77 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Maxson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Maxson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Maxson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Maxson is affiliated with Hca Florida Brandon Hospital, St Josephs Hospital, Hca Florida South Shore Hospital, Hca Florida Blake Hospital, Tampa General Hospital.
How does Dr. Maxson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace, Dr. Maxson ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Temple Terrace has 193 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Maxson practices?
Hca Florida Brandon Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Josephs Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Hca Florida South Shore 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 Temple Terrace, Florida
Dr. Maxson's 76 Medicare procedures are below the Temple Terrace average of 105. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Temple Terrace.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Bernasek | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Grayson | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Palumbo | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Watson | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Mighell | 86 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Taylor Lara | 77 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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