Dr. Hani El Kommos, MD
Dr. Hani El Kommos is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Merritt Island, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. El Kommos has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#307 in Florida) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. El Kommos performs below average in knee (20 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 39 avg).
Dr. El Kommos's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Merritt Island is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Merritt Island area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. El Kommos extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 38 in the most recent data, a 111% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. El Kommos's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. El Kommos Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Merritt Island, FL 32953
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. El Kommos's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 111% from 18 procedures in 2013 to 38 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. El Kommos
How does Dr. El Kommos's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. El Kommos has performed 38 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. El Kommos ranks #309 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. El Kommos perform?
Dr. El Kommos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. El Kommos in Merritt Island?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Merritt Island 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. El Kommos 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. El Kommos's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. El Kommos's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. El Kommos's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2013 to 38 in the most recent data, a 111% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 38 procedures in 2014.
Does Dr. El Kommos perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. El Kommos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. El Kommos affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. El Kommos is affiliated with Cape Canaveral Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. El Kommos practices?
Cape Canaveral Hospital (4 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 Merritt Island, Florida
Dr. El Kommos's 38 Medicare procedures are above the Merritt Island average of 27. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Merritt Island.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Luc Teurlings | 16 | Knee |
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