Dr. Donald Dewey, M.D.
Contact & Location
850-474-8300
Pensacola, FL 32514
Dr. Dewey performs more knee replacement procedures than 62% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #151 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Dewey
Practice. Dr. Donald Dewey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pensacola, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 45 knee replacements and 12 hip replacements, 57 procedures in all. That is #151 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 56 and 91 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 45 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Pensacola has 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 | 45 |
| 2014 | 18 | 38 |
| 2015 | 22 | 58 |
| 2016 | 29 | 41 |
| 2017 | 22 | 55 |
| 2018 | 20 | 38 |
| 2019 | 24 | 45 |
| 2020 | 28 | 35 |
| 2021 | 36 | 41 |
| 2022 | 28 | 54 |
| 2023 | 28 | 63 |
| 2024 | 12 | 45 |
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. 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. Dewey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dewey's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 56 to 91 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Dewey
How does Dr. Dewey's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Dewey has performed 57 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Florida average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dewey ranks #233 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dewey perform?
Dr. Dewey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dewey in Pensacola?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Pensacola 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. Dewey 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, which puts Dr. Dewey's total volume across all insurers at roughly 200 to 240 procedures against the 57 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. Dewey's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Dewey's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 56 to 91 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Dewey perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dewey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dewey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dewey is affiliated with Hca Florida West Hospital, Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola, Baptist Hospital.
How does Dr. Dewey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pensacola?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Pensacola, Dr. Dewey ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pensacola has 95 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dewey practices?
Hca Florida West Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Hospital (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Pensacola, Florida
Dr. Dewey's 57 Medicare procedures are below the Pensacola average of 72. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pensacola.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kurt Morrison | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. E Dabezies | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Stewart | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kirby Turnage | 65 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Geoffrey Hancy | 63 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Seeker | 55 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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