Dr. Daniel Chan, MD
Dr. Daniel Chan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ft Lauderdale, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Chan has performed 50 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#131 in Florida) and 43 hip replacements, for a combined total of 93 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Chan performs near average in knee (50 vs 49 avg), near average in hip (43 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Chan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (50 cases) and hip replacements (43 cases).
Ft Lauderdale is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Ft Lauderdale area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Chan extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 93 in the most recent data, a 745% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Chan's 50 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Chan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Ft Lauderdale, FL 33309
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 745% from 11 procedures in 2015 to 93 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Chan
How does Dr. Chan's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Chan has performed 93 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Chan ranks #134 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chan perform?
Dr. Chan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (43 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chan in Ft Lauderdale?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Ft Lauderdale 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. Chan 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. Chan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 93 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Chan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Chan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2015 to 93 in the most recent data, a 745% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 93 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Chan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Chan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (43 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Chan is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West.
How does Dr. Chan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Ft Lauderdale?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Ft Lauderdale, Dr. Chan ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Chan has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Chan practices?
Memorial Regional Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hospital West (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Ft Lauderdale, Florida
Dr. Chan's 93 Medicare procedures are above the Ft Lauderdale average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ft Lauderdale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lloyd Cope | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Kessler | 20 | Knee |
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