Dr. John Harkess, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. John Harkess is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bradenton, Florida. In 2023, Dr. Harkess performed 68 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#88 in Florida) and 67 hip replacements (#46 in Florida), for a combined total of 135 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Florida.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
68 verified cases
#88 in Florida
Hip Replacement
67 verified cases
#46 in Florida

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Harkess

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (135 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Harkess, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 941-792-1404
8000 Sr 64 E
Bradenton, FL 34212
NPI: 1316237183
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 15 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.