Dr. Jaime Carvajal Alba, M.D.
Dr. Jaime Carvajal Alba is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clermont, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Carvajal Alba has performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#215 in Florida) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Carvajal Alba performs below average in knee (32 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Carvajal Alba's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (32 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Clermont is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Clermont area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Carvajal Alba extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 47 in the most recent data, a 262% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Carvajal Alba's 32 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. Carvajal Alba Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Clermont, FL 34714
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carvajal Alba's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 262% from 13 procedures in 2018 to 47 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. Carvajal Alba
How does Dr. Carvajal Alba's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Carvajal Alba has performed 47 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. Carvajal Alba ranks #262 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carvajal Alba perform?
Dr. Carvajal Alba's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carvajal Alba in Clermont?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Clermont 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. Carvajal Alba 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. Carvajal Alba's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Carvajal Alba's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Carvajal Alba's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2018 to 47 in the most recent data, a 262% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 64 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Carvajal Alba perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carvajal Alba's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carvajal Alba affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carvajal Alba is affiliated with Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center, Orlando Health South Lake Hospital, Orlando Health St Cloud Hospital.
How does Dr. Carvajal Alba compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clermont?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Clermont, Dr. Carvajal Alba ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Carvajal Alba is among the highest-volume surgeons in Clermont.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carvajal Alba practices?
Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Orlando Health South Lake Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Orlando Health St Cloud Hospital (1 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 Clermont, Florida
Dr. Carvajal Alba's 47 Medicare procedures are above the Clermont average of 40. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clermont.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Lucas | 72 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Messieh | 57 | Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Miller | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Shekailo | 32 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Nowicki | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Amit Varma | 16 | Shoulder |
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