Dr. Hani El Kommos, MD
Contact & Location
321-459-1446
Merritt Island, FL 32953
Dr. El Kommos performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 4% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #150 of 157 ranked shoulder surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. El Kommos
Dr. Hani El Kommos is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Merritt Island, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. El Kommos performed 11 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #150 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. El Kommos performs below the state average in shoulder (11 vs 34).
Dr. El Kommos'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.
Merritt Island is home to 3 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.
Dr. El Kommos's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 38 procedures in 2014 before settling at 11 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. El Kommos's 11 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,217 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 18 | 0 |
| 2014 | 14 | 24 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| 2016 | 12 | 16 | 0 |
| 2017 | 11 | 17 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 26 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| 2021 | 13 | 18 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| 2023 | 18 | 20 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. El Kommos Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. El Kommos's recorded volume peaked at 38 procedures in 2014 and stood at 11 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 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. El Kommos ranks #520 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. El Kommos perform?
Dr. El Kommos'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. El Kommos in Merritt Island?
Yes. There are 3 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 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. El Kommos's total volume across all insurers at roughly 30 to 40 procedures against the 11 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. El Kommos's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. El Kommos's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 38 procedures in 2014 and was 11 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. El Kommos affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. El Kommos is affiliated with Cape Canaveral Hospital.
How does Dr. El Kommos compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Merritt Island?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Merritt Island, Dr. El Kommos ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. El Kommos is among the highest-volume surgeons in Merritt Island.
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 11 Medicare procedures are below the Merritt Island average of 16. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Merritt Island.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Luc Teurlings | 22 | Knee |
| Dr. Robert Sedaros | 15 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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