Shoulder
Dr. Christopher Sforzo, M.D.
Dr. Christopher Sforzo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sarasota, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Sforzo has performed 42 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #30 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Sforzo performs above average in shoulder (42 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Sforzo's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 42 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.
Sarasota is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sarasota area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Sforzo first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sforzo's 42 verified procedures is above the national average of 28.
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. Sforzo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Sarasota, FL 34233
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sforzo
How does Dr. Sforzo's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Sforzo has performed 42 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. Sforzo ranks #288 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sforzo perform?
Dr. Sforzo's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 42 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sforzo in Sarasota?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Sarasota 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. Sforzo 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. Sforzo's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sforzo affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sforzo is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.
How does Dr. Sforzo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sarasota?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Sarasota, Dr. Sforzo ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Sarasota has 518 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sforzo practices?
Sarasota Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Lakewood Ranch 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 Sarasota, Florida
Dr. Sforzo's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Sarasota average of 230. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sarasota.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Stolarski | 518 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Dingle | 473 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Talluri | 187 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Stewart | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Silverstein | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Thomas | 112 | Hip, Knee |
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