Dr. Daniel King, M.D.
Contact & Location
Melbourne, FL 32940
Dr. Daniel King is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Melbourne, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. King has completed 47 knee replacements (#144 in Florida), 24 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 82 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Florida, Dr. King performs near average in knee (47 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (24 vs 40 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 34 avg).
Dr. King performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (47 cases), followed by hip replacements (24) and shoulder replacements (11).
Melbourne is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Melbourne area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. King's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 188 procedures in 2015 before settling at 82 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. King's 47 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. King Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. King's recorded volume peaked at 188 procedures in 2015 and stood at 82 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. King
How does Dr. King's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. King has performed 82 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. King ranks #159 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. King perform?
Dr. King performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. King in Melbourne?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Melbourne 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. King 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. King's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 82 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. King's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. King's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 188 procedures in 2015 and was 82 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.
Does Dr. King perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. King's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. King among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. King affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. King is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. King compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Melbourne?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Melbourne, Dr. King ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Melbourne has 278 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. King practices?
Holmes Regional Medical Center (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 Melbourne, Florida
Dr. King's 82 Medicare procedures are below the Melbourne average of 123. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Melbourne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Miller | 278 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Sands | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Perry | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Stephens | 108 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Palsis | 28 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Anthony Lombardo | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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