Dr. Benjamin Miller, M.D.
Dr. Benjamin Miller is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clermont, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Miller has performed 21 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#196 in Florida) and 20 knee replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Miller performs below average in hip (21 vs 39 avg), below average in knee (20 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Miller's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (21 cases) and knee replacements (20 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Miller holds additional credentials in Orthopaedic Trauma, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
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. Miller first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Miller's 21 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Miller Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Clermont, FL 34711
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Miller has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Miller
How does Dr. Miller's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Miller has performed 41 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. Miller ranks #289 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Miller perform?
Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (21 cases) and knee replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Miller 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. Miller 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. Miller's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Miller perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (21 cases), knee replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Miller affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Miller is affiliated with Orlando Health South Lake Hospital, Adventhealth Waterman.
How does Dr. Miller compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clermont?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Clermont, Dr. Miller ranks #4 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. Miller practices?
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Waterman (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 Clermont, Florida
Dr. Miller's 41 Medicare procedures are above 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. Peter Shekailo | 32 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Nowicki | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Amit Varma | 16 | Shoulder |
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