Dr. David Bellamy
Contact & Location
850-877-8174
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Dr. Bellamy performs more knee replacement procedures than 72% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #113 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Bellamy
Dr. David Bellamy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tallahassee, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Bellamy performed 55 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#113 in Florida) and 12 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 67 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Bellamy performs near the state average in knee (55 vs 48), below the state average in hip (12 vs 40).
Dr. Bellamy's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 82% of reported Medicare volume.
Tallahassee is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tallahassee area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bellamy's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 40 to 95 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bellamy's 55 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 19 | 51 |
| 2014 | 15 | 65 |
| 2015 | 17 | 36 |
| 2016 | 24 | 71 |
| 2017 | 30 | 48 |
| 2018 | 25 | 38 |
| 2019 | 20 | 36 |
| 2020 | 11 | 41 |
| 2021 | 0 | 40 |
| 2022 | 0 | 50 |
| 2023 | 19 | 60 |
| 2024 | 12 | 55 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Bellamy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bellamy's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 40 to 95 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bellamy
How does Dr. Bellamy's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Bellamy has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bellamy ranks #202 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bellamy perform?
Dr. Bellamy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bellamy in Tallahassee?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Tallahassee 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. Bellamy 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Bellamy's total volume across all insurers at roughly 230 to 290 procedures against the 67 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. Bellamy's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bellamy's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 40 to 95 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Bellamy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bellamy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bellamy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bellamy is affiliated with Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, Jackson Hospital.
How does Dr. Bellamy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tallahassee?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Tallahassee, Dr. Bellamy ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tallahassee has 111 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bellamy practices?
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Jackson Hospital (1 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 Tallahassee, Florida
Dr. Bellamy's 67 Medicare procedures are above the Tallahassee average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tallahassee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chesley Durgin | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Oberste | 73 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Wong | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Zirgibel | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jordan Walters | 26 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Hector Mejia | 22 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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