Dr. Charles Craythorne, M.D.
Contact & Location
Tampa, FL 33606
Dr. Charles Craythorne is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tampa, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Craythorne has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #304 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Craythorne performs below average in knee (20 vs 48 avg).
Dr. Craythorne's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 20 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.
Tampa is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tampa area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Craythorne extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 20 in the most recent data, a 25% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Craythorne's 20 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 Trends (2013-Current)
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. Craythorne Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Craythorne's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 25% from 16 procedures in 2019 to 20 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Craythorne
How does Dr. Craythorne's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Craythorne has performed 20 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. Craythorne ranks #424 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Craythorne perform?
Dr. Craythorne's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Craythorne in Tampa?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Tampa 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. Craythorne 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. Craythorne's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Craythorne's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Craythorne's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2019 to 20 in the most recent data, a 25% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 32 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Craythorne affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Craythorne is affiliated with Adventhealth Tampa, Hca Florida South Tampa Hospital, St Josephs Hospital.
How does Dr. Craythorne compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tampa?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Tampa, Dr. Craythorne ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tampa has 174 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Craythorne practices?
Adventhealth Tampa (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hca Florida South Tampa Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Josephs Hospital (4 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 Tampa, Florida
Dr. Craythorne's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Tampa average of 74. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tampa.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Raterman | 174 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Lyons | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gerald Alexander | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ira Guttentag | 87 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Patrick Horan | 13 | Knee |
| Dr. Richard Cain | 12 | Shoulder |
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