Dr. David Cheong, MD
Contact & Location
Clearwater, FL 33756
Dr. David Cheong is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clearwater, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Cheong has performed 110 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#30 in Florida) and 29 hip replacements, for a combined total of 139 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Cheong performs well above average in knee (110 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (29 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Cheong's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 79% of reported Medicare volume.
Clearwater is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Clearwater area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cheong extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 139 in the most recent data, a 969% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cheong's 110 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Cheong Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cheong's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 969% from 13 procedures in 2014 to 139 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. Cheong
How does Dr. Cheong's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Cheong has performed 139 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cheong ranks #70 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cheong perform?
Dr. Cheong's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (110 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cheong in Clearwater?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater 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. Cheong 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. Cheong's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 139 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cheong's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cheong's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2014 to 139 in the most recent data, a 969% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 139 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Cheong perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cheong's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (110 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cheong affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cheong is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital, Adventhealth North Pinellas.
How does Dr. Cheong compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater, Dr. Cheong ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Clearwater has 166 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cheong practices?
Morton Plant Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth North Pinellas (3 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 Clearwater, Florida
Dr. Cheong's 139 Medicare procedures are above the Clearwater average of 134. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clearwater.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Kilgore | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Whiddon | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Cooper | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aaron Koslin | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mitchell Herrema | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Wisotsky | 72 | Shoulder |
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