Dr. Daniel Sheldon, M.D.
Dr. Daniel Sheldon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pembroke Pines, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Sheldon has performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#254 in Florida) and 25 hip replacements, for a combined total of 50 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Sheldon performs below average in knee (25 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (25 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Sheldon's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (25 cases) and hip replacements (25 cases).
Pembroke Pines is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pembroke Pines area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sheldon extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 27 to 50 in the most recent data, a 85% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Sheldon's 25 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Sheldon Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sheldon's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 85% from 27 procedures in 2014 to 50 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. Sheldon
How does Dr. Sheldon's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Sheldon has performed 50 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. Sheldon ranks #254 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sheldon perform?
Dr. Sheldon's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sheldon in Pembroke Pines?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Pembroke Pines 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. Sheldon 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. Sheldon's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 50 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sheldon's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sheldon's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2014 to 50 in the most recent data, a 85% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 60 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Sheldon perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sheldon's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sheldon affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sheldon is affiliated with Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital Miramar.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sheldon practices?
Memorial Hospital West (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Regional Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hospital Miramar (5 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 Pembroke Pines, Florida
Dr. Sheldon's 50 Medicare procedures are above the Pembroke Pines average of 33. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pembroke Pines.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Miriam Weisberg-Tannenbaum | 15 | Shoulder |
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