Dr. John Kilgore, MD
Dr. John Kilgore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clearwater, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Kilgore has performed 121 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#30 in Florida) and 55 hip replacements, for a combined total of 176 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Kilgore performs well above average in knee (121 vs 49 avg), above average in hip (55 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Kilgore's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (121 cases) and hip replacements (55 cases).
Clearwater is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Clearwater area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kilgore extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 147 to 176 in the most recent data, a 20% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kilgore's 121 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Kilgore Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Clearwater, FL 33756
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kilgore's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 20% from 147 procedures in 2013 to 176 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. Kilgore
How does Dr. Kilgore's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Kilgore has performed 176 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kilgore ranks #36 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kilgore perform?
Dr. Kilgore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (121 cases) and hip replacement (55 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kilgore in Clearwater?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater 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. Kilgore 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. Kilgore's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 176 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kilgore's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kilgore's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 147 procedures in 2013 to 176 in the most recent data, a 20% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 198 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Kilgore perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kilgore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (121 cases), hip replacement (55 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kilgore affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kilgore is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital, Mease Dunedin Hospital.
How does Dr. Kilgore compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Clearwater, Dr. Kilgore ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kilgore is among the highest-volume surgeons in Clearwater.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kilgore practices?
Morton Plant Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mease Dunedin 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 Clearwater, Florida
Dr. Kilgore's 176 Medicare procedures are above the Clearwater average of 133. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clearwater.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Cooper | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Whiddon | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Cheong | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mitchell Herrema | 127 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aaron Koslin | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Wisotsky | 61 | Shoulder |
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