Dr. Gerald Shute, MD
Contact & Location
772-335-5300
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
Stuart, FL 34996
Dr. Shute performs more knee replacement procedures than 25% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #302 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Shute
Dr. Gerald Shute is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Shute performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#302 in Florida) and 19 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Shute performs below the state average in knee (21 vs 48), below the state average in hip (19 vs 40).
Dr. Shute's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Port Saint Lucie is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Port Saint Lucie area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Shute extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 40 in the most recent data, a 90% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Shute's 21 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 21 |
| 2016 | 0 | 21 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 18 |
| 2019 | 17 | 18 |
| 2020 | 12 | 23 |
| 2021 | 15 | 25 |
| 2022 | 20 | 12 |
| 2023 | 17 | 15 |
| 2024 | 19 | 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 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. Shute Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shute's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 90% from 21 procedures in 2015 to 40 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. Shute
How does Dr. Shute's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Shute has performed 40 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. Shute ranks #309 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shute perform?
Dr. Shute's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shute in Port Saint Lucie?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Port Saint Lucie 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. Shute 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. Shute's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 170 procedures against the 40 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. Shute's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Shute's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2015 to 40 in the most recent data, a 90% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 40 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Shute perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Shute's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shute affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shute is affiliated with Hca Florida St Lucie Hospital.
How does Dr. Shute compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Port Saint Lucie?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Port Saint Lucie, Dr. Shute ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Shute is among the highest-volume surgeons in Port Saint Lucie.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shute practices?
Hca Florida St Lucie Hospital (1 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 Port Saint Lucie, Florida
Dr. Shute's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Port Saint Lucie average of 50. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Port Saint Lucie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Rossario | 78 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Darryl Cannady | 32 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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