Dr. George Canizares, M.D.
Contact & Location
727-527-5272
St Petersburg, FL 33702
St Petersburg, FL 33703
Dr. Canizares performs more knee replacement procedures than 44% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #224 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Canizares
Practice. Dr. George Canizares is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in St Petersburg, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 30 knee replacements. That is #224 in Florida for knee replacement. Dr. Canizares also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 30, up 150%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 30 procedures is below the national average of 45. 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 | 0 |
| 2014 | 14 | 0 |
| 2015 | 17 | 0 |
| 2016 | 21 | 0 |
| 2017 | 26 | 0 |
| 2018 | 28 | 11 |
| 2019 | 36 | 0 |
| 2020 | 17 | 0 |
| 2021 | 25 | 11 |
| 2022 | 28 | 14 |
| 2023 | 22 | 12 |
| 2024 | 30 | 0 |
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. 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. Canizares Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Canizares's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 150% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 30 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. Canizares
How does Dr. Canizares's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Canizares has performed 30 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. Canizares ranks #365 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Canizares perform?
Dr. Canizares's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 30 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Canizares 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. Canizares 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, which puts Dr. Canizares's total volume across all insurers at roughly 110 to 130 procedures against the 30 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. Canizares's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Canizares's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 30 in the most recent data, a 150% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 42 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Canizares affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Canizares is affiliated with Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital, St Anthonys Hospital, Adventhealth North Pinellas, Hca Florida Pasadena Hospital A Part Of Hca Florid.
How does Dr. Canizares compare to other orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg, Dr. Canizares ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Canizares is among the highest-volume surgeons in St Petersburg.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Canizares practices?
Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Anthonys Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Adventhealth North Pinellas (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). 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. Canizares's 30 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. Katulle Eaton | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Albert | 24 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dzi-Viet Nguyen | 21 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Patrick Smith | 17 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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