Dr. Eric Schiffman, M.D.
Contact & Location
Aventura, FL 33180
Dr. Eric Schiffman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Aventura, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Schiffman has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#286 in Florida) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Schiffman performs below average in knee (22 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Schiffman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Dr. Schiffman is the only orthopedic surgeon in Aventura represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Schiffman extend back to 2013, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 41 in the most recent data, a 46% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Schiffman's 22 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. Schiffman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schiffman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 46% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 41 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Schiffman
How does Dr. Schiffman's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Schiffman has performed 41 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. Schiffman ranks #305 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schiffman perform?
Dr. Schiffman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Where is Dr. Schiffman's practice located?
Dr. Schiffman practices in Aventura, Florida. The office is located at 21097 Ne 27th Ct, Aventura, FL 33180. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Schiffman for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Schiffman 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. Schiffman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Schiffman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Schiffman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2013 to 41 in the most recent data, a 46% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 43 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Schiffman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schiffman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schiffman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schiffman is affiliated with Hca Florida Aventura Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schiffman practices?
Hca Florida Aventura Hospital (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.
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