Dr. John Berra, DO
Contact & Location
239-482-2663
Fort Myers, FL 33919
About Dr. Berra
Dr. John Berra is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Myers, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Berra performed 38 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#113 in Florida) and 19 knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 57 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Berra performs near the state average in hip (38 vs 40), below the state average in knee (19 vs 48).
Dr. Berra's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (38 cases) and knee replacements (19 cases).
Fort Myers is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Myers area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Berra first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Berra's 38 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 43 procedures in 2023 and 57 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Berra Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Berra has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Hip Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Berra
How does Dr. Berra's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Berra has performed 57 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. Berra ranks #230 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Berra perform?
Dr. Berra's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (38 cases) and knee replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Berra in Fort Myers?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers 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. Berra 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. Berra's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 57 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Berra perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Berra's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (38 cases), knee replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Berra affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Berra is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital, Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge, Cape Coral Hospital.
How does Dr. Berra compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers, Dr. Berra ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Myers has 378 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Berra practices?
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); Cape Coral 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 Fort Myers, Florida
Dr. Berra's 57 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Myers average of 159. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Myers.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Humbert | 378 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Stone | 179 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Eichten | 169 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ronald Gardner | 127 | Knee |
| Dr. John Mehalik | 110 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Jugan | 94 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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