Dr. Daniel Lombardo
Dr. Daniel Lombardo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gainesville, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Lombardo has performed 42 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#91 in Florida) and 38 knee replacements, for a combined total of 80 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Lombardo performs near average in hip (42 vs 39 avg), below average in knee (38 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Lombardo's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (42 cases) and knee replacements (38 cases).
Gainesville is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gainesville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Lombardo first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lombardo's 42 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Lombardo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Gainesville, FL 32607
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lombardo has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. 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. Lombardo
How does Dr. Lombardo's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Lombardo has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lombardo ranks #159 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lombardo perform?
Dr. Lombardo's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (42 cases) and knee replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lombardo in Gainesville?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville 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. Lombardo 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. Lombardo's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 80 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Lombardo perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lombardo's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (42 cases), knee replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lombardo affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lombardo is affiliated with Hca Florida North Florida Hospital, Hca Florida Lake City Hospital.
How does Dr. Lombardo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville, Dr. Lombardo ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lombardo is among the highest-volume surgeons in Gainesville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lombardo practices?
Hca Florida North Florida Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hca Florida Lake City Hospital (2 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 Gainesville, Florida
Dr. Lombardo's 80 Medicare procedures are above the Gainesville average of 78. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gainesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Tristan Altbuch | 117 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Petty | 93 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Hari Parvataneni | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James McFadden | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hernan Prieto Saavedra | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Pritt | 58 | Knee, Shoulder |
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