Dr. Brett Bolhofner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in St Petersburg, Florida. In 2023, Dr. Bolhofner performed 46 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#84 in Florida) and 13 knee replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
Dr. Bolhofner's 59 Medicare procedures are near the Florida median of 50. The state has 504 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Bolhofner's practice is heavily focused on hip replacement surgery, which accounts for 78% of reported Medicare volume.
St Petersburg is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the St Petersburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bolhofner
How does Dr. Bolhofner's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Bolhofner performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bolhofner ranks #216 out of 504 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bolhofner perform?
Dr. Bolhofner's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (46 cases) and knee replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bolhofner in St Petersburg?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg 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. Bolhofner represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Bolhofner's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in St Petersburg, Florida
Compare Dr. Bolhofner's volume with other surgeons practicing in St Petersburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. George Canizares | 34 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Katulle Eaton | 29 | Knee |
| Dr. Dzi-Viet Nguyen | 20 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Smith | 19 | Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Stang | 11 | Hip |
| Dr. Anthony Albert | 11 | Knee |
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