Dr. Dennis Chen, MD
Contact & Location
Yulee, FL 32097
Dr. Dennis Chen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Yulee, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Chen has performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#188 in Florida) and 29 hip replacements, for a combined total of 64 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Chen performs below average in knee (35 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (29 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Chen's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (29 cases).
Dr. Chen is the only orthopedic surgeon in Yulee represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Chen also maintains hospital privileges in FL and VA, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Florida.
Medicare records for Dr. Chen extend back to 2021, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 34 to 64 in the most recent data, a 88% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Chen's 35 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Chen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 88% from 34 procedures in 2021 to 64 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. Chen
How does Dr. Chen's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Chen has performed 64 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Chen ranks #211 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chen perform?
Dr. Chen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Where is Dr. Chen's practice located?
Dr. Chen practices in Yulee, Florida. The office is located at 851042 Us Highway 17, Yulee, FL 32097. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Chen for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Chen 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. Chen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 64 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Chen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Chen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 34 procedures in 2021 to 64 in the most recent data, a 88% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 64 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Chen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Chen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - Nassau, Lewisgale Medical Center, Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville. Dr. Chen maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Chen practices?
Baptist Medical Center - Nassau (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lewisgale Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville (4 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.
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