Dr. Brett Smith, MD
Dr. Brett Smith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gulf Breeze, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Smith has performed 137 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#23 in Florida) and 41 hip replacements, for a combined total of 178 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Smith performs well above average in knee (137 vs 49 avg), near average in hip (41 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Smith's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 77% of reported Medicare volume.
Gulf Breeze is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gulf Breeze area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Smith extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 127 to 178 in the most recent data, a 40% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Smith's 137 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45.
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. Smith Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Smith's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 40% from 127 procedures in 2013 to 178 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Smith
How does Dr. Smith's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Smith has performed 178 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Smith ranks #34 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Smith perform?
Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (137 cases) and hip replacement (41 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Smith in Gulf Breeze?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Gulf Breeze 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. Smith 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. Smith's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 178 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Smith's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Smith's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 127 procedures in 2013 to 178 in the most recent data, a 40% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 186 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Smith perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (137 cases), hip replacement (41 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Smith affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Baptist Hospital, Gulf Breeze Hospital, Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola.
How does Dr. Smith compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gulf Breeze?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Gulf Breeze, Dr. Smith ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Smith has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Smith practices?
Baptist Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Gulf Breeze Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola (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 Gulf Breeze, Florida
Dr. Smith's 178 Medicare procedures are above the Gulf Breeze average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gulf Breeze.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Garen Steele | 126 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Ogrady | 122 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Travis Roth | 42 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Roger Ostrander | 41 | Knee |
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