Dr. David Oberste is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tallahassee, Florida. Dr. Oberste has completed 46 knee replacements (#147 in Florida), 28 hip replacements, and 18 shoulder replacements — totaling 92 Medicare-verified procedures.
Dr. Oberste's combined volume of 92 procedures places them above the Florida statewide average of 72. Among 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida, Dr. Oberste ranks #138 overall.
Dr. Oberste performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (46 cases), followed by hip replacements (28) and shoulder replacements (18).
Tallahassee is home to 7 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.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Oberste
How does Dr. Oberste's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Oberste has performed 92 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Oberste ranks #138 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Oberste perform?
Dr. Oberste performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Oberste in Tallahassee?
Yes. There are 7 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. Oberste 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. Oberste's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 92 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Tallahassee, Florida
Compare Dr. Oberste's volume with other surgeons practicing in Tallahassee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chesley Durgin | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Bellamy | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Wong | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Zirgibel | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hector Mejia | 23 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Hank Hutchinson | 12 | Hip |
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