Dr. Imran Gruhonjic, DO
Contact & Location
Lakeland, FL 33805
Dr. Imran Gruhonjic is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Gruhonjic has performed 16 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #111 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Gruhonjic performs below average in shoulder (16 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Gruhonjic's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 16 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.
Lakeland is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lakeland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gruhonjic first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Gruhonjic's 16 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Gruhonjic Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
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. Gruhonjic
How does Dr. Gruhonjic's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Gruhonjic has performed 16 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. Gruhonjic ranks #456 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gruhonjic perform?
Dr. Gruhonjic's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gruhonjic in Lakeland?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Lakeland 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. Gruhonjic 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. Gruhonjic's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gruhonjic affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gruhonjic is affiliated with Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Winter Haven Hospital.
How does Dr. Gruhonjic compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lakeland?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Lakeland, Dr. Gruhonjic ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lakeland has 146 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gruhonjic practices?
Lakeland Regional Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Winter Haven Hospital (2 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 Lakeland, Florida
Dr. Gruhonjic's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Lakeland average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lakeland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Phuc Vo | 146 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph D'alonzo | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Prashant Desai | 67 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Shenkman | 60 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Mario John | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Evans | 34 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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