Dr. Eric Kim, D.O.
Contact & Location
904-634-0640
St Augustine, FL 32086
Jacksonville, FL 32218
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Fleming Island, FL 32003
St Augustine, FL 32086
Dr. Kim performs more knee replacement procedures than 67% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #130 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Kim
Practice. Dr. Eric Kim is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in St Augustine, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 51 knee replacements and 28 hip replacements, 79 procedures in all. That is #130 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2013.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 79, up 558%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 51 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. St Augustine has 3 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 12 |
| 2020 | 0 | 12 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 15 | 31 |
| 2024 | 28 | 51 |
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. Kim Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kim's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 558% from 12 procedures in 2019 to 79 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kim
How does Dr. Kim's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Kim has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kim ranks #166 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kim perform?
Dr. Kim's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kim in St Augustine?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in St Augustine 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. Kim 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. Kim's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 330 procedures against the 79 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. Kim's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kim's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2019 to 79 in the most recent data, a 558% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 79 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Kim perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kim's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kim affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent'S St Johns County, Flagler Hospital, Baptist Medical Center - Beaches, Ascension St Vincent'S Southside, Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville.
How does Dr. Kim compare to other orthopedic surgeons in St Augustine?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in St Augustine, Dr. Kim ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kim is among the highest-volume surgeons in St Augustine.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kim practices?
Ascension St Vincent'S St Johns County (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Flagler Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Medical Center - Beaches (3 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 Augustine, Florida
Dr. Kim's 79 Medicare procedures are below the St Augustine average of 135. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in St Augustine.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Roettges | 289 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Snyder | 36 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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