Dr. Christian Gonzalez-Torres, MD
Contact & Location
Sebring, FL 33870
Dr. Christian Gonzalez-Torres is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sebring, Florida. Dr. Gonzalez-Torres has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#360 in Florida) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 28 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Gonzalez-Torres performs below average in knee (15 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Gonzalez-Torres's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (15 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Sebring is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sebring area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gonzalez-Torres first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Gonzalez-Torres's 15 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. Gonzalez-Torres Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
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. Gonzalez-Torres
How does Dr. Gonzalez-Torres's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Gonzalez-Torres has performed 28 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. Gonzalez-Torres ranks #373 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gonzalez-Torres perform?
Dr. Gonzalez-Torres's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gonzalez-Torres in Sebring?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Sebring 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. Gonzalez-Torres 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. Gonzalez-Torres's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 28 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Gonzalez-Torres perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gonzalez-Torres's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gonzalez-Torres affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gonzalez-Torres is affiliated with Adventhealth Sebring, Hca Florida Highlands Hospital.
How does Dr. Gonzalez-Torres compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sebring?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Sebring, Dr. Gonzalez-Torres ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gonzalez-Torres is among the highest-volume surgeons in Sebring.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gonzalez-Torres practices?
Adventhealth Sebring (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hca Florida Highlands Hospital (2 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 Sebring, Florida
Dr. Gonzalez-Torres's 28 Medicare procedures are below the Sebring average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sebring.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Juan Alvarez | 210 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Maury Fisher | 45 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Watson | 18 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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