Dr. David Oberste, M.D.
Contact & Location
850-877-8174
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Dr. Oberste performs more knee replacement procedures than 55% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #179 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Oberste
Practice. Dr. David Oberste is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tallahassee, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 37 knee replacements, 24 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, 73 procedures in all. That is #179 in Florida for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 47 procedures a year to 73, up 55%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 37 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Tallahassee has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Oberste also holds hospital privileges in FL and GA, a practice that extends beyond Florida.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 17 | 30 | 0 |
| 2014 | 18 | 30 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 43 | 0 |
| 2016 | 22 | 20 | 12 |
| 2017 | 19 | 29 | 11 |
| 2018 | 27 | 23 | 12 |
| 2019 | 29 | 41 | 16 |
| 2020 | 29 | 30 | 12 |
| 2021 | 27 | 48 | 14 |
| 2022 | 23 | 43 | 12 |
| 2023 | 28 | 46 | 18 |
| 2024 | 24 | 37 | 12 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Oberste Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Oberste's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 55% from 47 procedures in 2013 to 73 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. Oberste
How does Dr. Oberste's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Oberste has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Oberste ranks #183 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Oberste perform?
Dr. Oberste performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (37 cases), hip replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Oberste 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. Oberste 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Oberste's total volume across all insurers at roughly 240 to 300 procedures against the 73 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. Oberste's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Oberste's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 47 procedures in 2013 to 73 in the most recent data, a 55% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 92 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Oberste perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Oberste's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases), hip replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Oberste among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Oberste affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Oberste is affiliated with Doctors Memorial Hospital Inc, Hca Florida Capital Hospital, Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, Archbold Memorial. Dr. Oberste maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Oberste compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tallahassee?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Tallahassee, Dr. Oberste ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Oberste is among the highest-volume surgeons in Tallahassee.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Oberste practices?
Hca Florida Capital Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tallahassee Memorial Hospital (2 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. Oberste's 73 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. Andrew Wong | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Bellamy | 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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