Dr. Daniel Lombardo
Contact & Location
352-336-6000
Gainesville, FL 32607
Dr. Lombardo performs more hip replacement procedures than 80% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #63 of 315 ranked hip surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Lombardo
Practice. Dr. Daniel Lombardo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gainesville, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 54 hip replacements and 51 knee replacements, 105 procedures in all. That is #63 in Florida for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2015.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 31 procedures a year to 105, up 239%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 54 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Gainesville has 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 31 | 0 |
| 2023 | 42 | 38 |
| 2024 | 54 | 51 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Lombardo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lombardo's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 239% from 31 procedures in 2022 to 105 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lombardo
How does Dr. Lombardo's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Lombardo has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lombardo ranks #111 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lombardo perform?
Dr. Lombardo's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (54 cases) and knee replacement (51 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lombardo in Gainesville?
Yes. There are 15 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 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Lombardo's total volume across all insurers at roughly 350 to 440 procedures against the 105 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. Lombardo's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lombardo's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2022 to 105 in the most recent data, a 239% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Lombardo perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lombardo's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (54 cases), knee replacement (51 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, Doctors Memorial Hospital Inc.
How does Dr. Lombardo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville, Dr. Lombardo ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Gainesville has 159 verified Medicare procedures.
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 105 Medicare procedures are above the Gainesville average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gainesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Hari Parvataneni | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tristan Altbuch | 119 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Chancellor Gray | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Petty | 81 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jon Radnothy | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Pritt | 62 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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