Dr. Brett Sweitzer, M.D.
Contact & Location
239-936-6778
Fort Myers, FL 33901
About Dr. Sweitzer
Dr. Brett Sweitzer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Myers, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Sweitzer performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #394 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Sweitzer performs below the state average in knee (12 vs 48).
Dr. Sweitzer's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 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.
Fort Myers is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Myers area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Sweitzer first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Sweitzer's 12 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 17 procedures in 2023 and 12 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Sweitzer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sweitzer has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sweitzer
How does Dr. Sweitzer's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Sweitzer has performed 12 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. Sweitzer ranks #500 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sweitzer perform?
Dr. Sweitzer's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sweitzer in Fort Myers?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers 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. Sweitzer 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. Sweitzer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sweitzer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sweitzer is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital, Cape Coral Hospital, Gulf Coast Medical Center.
How does Dr. Sweitzer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers, Dr. Sweitzer ranks #23 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Myers has 378 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sweitzer practices?
Lee Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cape Coral Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Gulf Coast Medical Center (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 Fort Myers, Florida
Dr. Sweitzer's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Myers average of 153. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Myers.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Humbert | 378 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Stone | 179 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Eichten | 169 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ronald Gardner | 127 | Knee |
| Dr. John Mehalik | 110 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Jugan | 94 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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