Dr. David Dean, D.O.
Contact & Location
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Dr. David Dean is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Dean has completed 36 knee replacements (#180 in Florida), 19 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, totaling 67 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Dean performs below average in knee (36 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 40 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Dean performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (36 cases), followed by hip replacements (19) and shoulder replacements (12).
Fort Walton Beach is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Walton Beach area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dean extend back to 2016, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 67 in the most recent data, a 509% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dean's 36 verified procedures is near 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. Dean Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dean's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 509% from 11 procedures in 2016 to 67 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. Dean
How does Dr. Dean's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Dean has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dean ranks #200 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dean perform?
Dr. Dean performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (19 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dean in Fort Walton Beach?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Walton Beach 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. Dean 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. Dean's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 67 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dean's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dean's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2016 to 67 in the most recent data, a 509% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 73 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dean perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dean's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (19 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Dean among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dean affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dean is affiliated with Hca Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital, Hca Florida Twin Cities Hospital, North Walton Doctors Hospital, Sacred Heart Hospital On The Emerald Coast, North Okaloosa Medical Center.
How does Dr. Dean compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Walton Beach?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Walton Beach, Dr. Dean ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Walton Beach has 189 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dean practices?
Hca Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hca Florida Twin Cities Hospital (4 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 Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Dr. Dean's 67 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Walton Beach average of 88. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Walton Beach.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Mai | 189 | Hip |
| Dr. Thomas Seales | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Tenholder | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Watt | 32 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Leo Chen | 11 | Knee |
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