Dr. Dzi-Viet Nguyen, D.O.
Contact & Location
727-527-5272
St Petersburg, FL 33702
Dr. Nguyen performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 49% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #79 of 157 ranked shoulder surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Nguyen
Practice. Dr. Dzi-Viet Nguyen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in St Petersburg, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 21 shoulder replacements. That is #79 in Florida for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 7 years. Volume rose from 16 procedures a year to 21, up 31%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 21 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. St Petersburg has 9 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 21 |
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 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. Nguyen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nguyen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 31% from 16 procedures in 2018 to 21 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nguyen
How does Dr. Nguyen's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Nguyen has performed 21 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. Nguyen ranks #420 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nguyen perform?
Dr. Nguyen's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nguyen in St Petersburg?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg 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. Nguyen 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Nguyen's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 70 procedures against the 21 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. Nguyen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Nguyen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2018 to 21 in the most recent data, a 31% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 21 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nguyen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with St Anthonys Hospital, Hca Florida Pasadena Hospital A Part Of Hca Florid, Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital, St Josephs Hospital.
How does Dr. Nguyen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg, Dr. Nguyen ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in St Petersburg has 94 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nguyen practices?
St Anthonys Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Hca Florida Pasadena Hospital A Part Of Hca Florid (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Orlando Health Bayfront 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 St Petersburg, Florida
Dr. Nguyen's 21 Medicare procedures are below the St Petersburg average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in St Petersburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kurt Hirshorn | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Bolhofner | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Canizares | 30 | Knee |
| Dr. Katulle Eaton | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Albert | 24 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Smith | 17 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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