Dr. Craig Melbourne, M.D.
Contact & Location
352-456-0220
Wildwood, FL 34785
Ocala, FL 34471
Dr. Melbourne performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 12% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #137 of 157 ranked shoulder surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Melbourne
Practice. Dr. Craig Melbourne is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wildwood, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 12 shoulder replacements. That is #137 in Florida for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 3 years. Volume peaked at 32 in 2022 and stands at 12 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 12 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 12 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Melbourne Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Melbourne's recorded volume peaked at 32 procedures in 2022 and stood at 12 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Melbourne
How does Dr. Melbourne's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Melbourne has performed 12 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. Melbourne ranks #505 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Melbourne perform?
Dr. Melbourne's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Melbourne's practice located?
Dr. Melbourne practices in Wildwood, Florida. The office is located at 4669 E State Road 44 Ste 101, Wildwood, FL 34785. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Melbourne for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Melbourne represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Melbourne's total volume across all insurers at roughly 30 to 40 procedures against the 12 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Melbourne's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Melbourne's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 32 procedures in 2022 and was 12 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Melbourne affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Melbourne is affiliated with Uf Health Spanish Plaines Hospital, Adventhealth Ocala, Uf Health Leesburg Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Melbourne practices?
Uf Health Spanish Plaines Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Ocala (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Uf Health Leesburg Hospital (3 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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