Dr. Gautam Yagnik, MD
Contact & Location
Miami, FL 33196
Dr. Gautam Yagnik is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Miami, Florida. Dr. Yagnik has performed 11 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #153 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Yagnik performs below average in shoulder (11 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Yagnik's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 11 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Miami is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Miami area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Yagnik first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Yagnik's 11 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 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. Yagnik Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Yagnik
How does Dr. Yagnik's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Yagnik has performed 11 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. Yagnik ranks #521 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yagnik perform?
Dr. Yagnik's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yagnik in Miami?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Miami 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. Yagnik 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. Yagnik's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yagnik affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Yagnik is affiliated with West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Doctors Hospital.
How does Dr. Yagnik compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Miami?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Miami, Dr. Yagnik ranks #19 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Miami has 234 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Yagnik practices?
West Kendall Baptist Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars); Doctors Hospital (5 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 Miami, Florida
Dr. Yagnik's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Miami average of 116. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Miami.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Van Der Ven | 234 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yoav Zvi | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Lawrie | 126 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Juan Suarez | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karim Sabeh | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Barra | 80 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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