Shoulder
Dr. Caleb Jones, MD
Dr. Caleb Jones is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Temple Terrace, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Jones has performed 13 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #111 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Jones performs below average in shoulder (13 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Jones's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 13 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.
Temple Terrace is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Temple Terrace area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Jones first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Jones's 13 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Jones Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Temple Terrace, FL 33637
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Jones
How does Dr. Jones's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Jones has performed 13 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. Jones ranks #482 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jones perform?
Dr. Jones's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jones in Temple Terrace?
Yes. There are 22 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. Jones 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. Jones's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jones affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jones is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Houston Physicians Hospital, Memorial Hermann Hospital System, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, St Luke'S Patients Medical Center. Dr. Jones maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Jones compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace, Dr. Jones ranks #21 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Temple Terrace has 155 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jones practices?
Memorial Hermann Houston Physicians Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hermann Hospital System (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). 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. Jones's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Temple Terrace average of 96. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Temple Terrace.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Bernasek | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Palumbo | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Grayson | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Watson | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Grant Garlick | 95 | Knee |
| Dr. Taylor Lara | 82 | Hip, Knee |
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