Dr. Howard Kapp, M.D.
Contact & Location
239-624-1700
Naples, FL 34102
Dr. Kapp performs more knee replacement procedures than 98% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #8 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Kapp
Practice. Dr. Howard Kapp is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Naples, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 176 knee replacements and 102 hip replacements, 278 procedures in all. That is #8 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 359 in 2018 and stands at 278 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 176 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45. That is #96 nationally.
Local context. Naples has 18 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 83 | 269 |
| 2014 | 86 | 243 |
| 2015 | 105 | 252 |
| 2016 | 110 | 229 |
| 2017 | 90 | 263 |
| 2018 | 95 | 264 |
| 2019 | 112 | 237 |
| 2020 | 94 | 174 |
| 2021 | 118 | 166 |
| 2022 | 103 | 218 |
| 2023 | 115 | 210 |
| 2024 | 102 | 176 |
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. Kapp Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kapp's recorded volume peaked at 359 procedures in 2018 and stood at 278 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kapp
How does Dr. Kapp's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Kapp has performed 278 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kapp ranks #11 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kapp perform?
Dr. Kapp's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (176 cases) and hip replacement (102 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Kapp with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Kapp ranks #8 in Florida for knee replacement with 176 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 523 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kapp in Naples?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Naples 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. Kapp 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. Kapp's total volume across all insurers at roughly 940 to 1,170 procedures against the 278 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. Kapp's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kapp's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 359 procedures in 2018 and was 278 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.
Does Dr. Kapp perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kapp's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (176 cases), hip replacement (102 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kapp affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kapp is affiliated with Naples Community Hospital, Lee Memorial Hospital, Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge, Cape Coral Hospital.
How does Dr. Kapp compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Naples?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Naples, Dr. Kapp ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kapp is among the highest-volume surgeons in Naples.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kapp practices?
Naples Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lee Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge (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 Naples, Florida
Dr. Kapp's 278 Medicare procedures are above the Naples average of 238. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Naples.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Henry Biggs | 416 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jon Dounchis | 302 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. James Guerra | 231 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Goldberg | 159 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Leon Mead | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Zehr | 135 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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