Dr. David Cheong, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. David Cheong is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clearwater, Florida. In 2023, Dr. Cheong performed 84 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#60 in Florida) and 48 hip replacements (#83 in Florida), for a combined total of 132 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Florida.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
84 verified cases
#60 in Florida
Hip Replacement
48 verified cases
#83 in Florida

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Cheong

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (132 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Cheong, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 727-461-6026
430 Morton Plant St
Clearwater, FL 33756
NPI: 1457307183
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.