Dr. Christopher Leibold
Contact & Location
Largo, FL 33770
Dr. Christopher Leibold is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Largo, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Leibold has performed 52 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#126 in Florida) and 23 hip replacements, for a combined total of 75 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Leibold performs near average in knee (52 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (23 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Leibold's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (52 cases) and hip replacements (23 cases).
Largo is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Largo area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Leibold first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Leibold's 52 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Leibold Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Leibold 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Leibold
How does Dr. Leibold's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Leibold has performed 75 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Leibold ranks #179 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Leibold perform?
Dr. Leibold's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases) and hip replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Leibold in Largo?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Largo 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. Leibold 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. Leibold's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 75 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Leibold perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Leibold's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases), hip replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Leibold affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Leibold is affiliated with Genesis Hospital. Dr. Leibold maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Leibold compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Largo?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Largo, Dr. Leibold ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Leibold has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Leibold practices?
Genesis 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 Largo, Florida
Dr. Leibold's 75 Medicare procedures are above the Largo average of 40. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Largo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Dattilo | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Vizzi | 23 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Vladimir Alexander | 12 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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