Dr. Jonathon Lindner, M.D., MSE
Contact & Location
786-308-2152
Coral Gables, FL 33146
Louisville, KY 40292
Dr. Lindner performs more knee replacement procedures than 48% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #209 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Lindner
Practice. Dr. Jonathon Lindner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Coral Gables, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 33 knee replacements and 27 hip replacements, 60 procedures in all. That is #209 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume peaked at 112 in 2022 and stands at 60 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 33 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Coral Gables has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Lindner also holds hospital privileges in KY and IN, a practice that extends beyond Florida.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 33 | 38 |
| 2022 | 49 | 63 |
| 2023 | 0 | 22 |
| 2024 | 27 | 33 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Lindner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lindner's recorded volume peaked at 112 procedures in 2022 and stood at 60 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lindner
How does Dr. Lindner's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Lindner has performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lindner ranks #220 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lindner perform?
Dr. Lindner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases) and hip replacement (27 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lindner in Coral Gables?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Coral Gables 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. Lindner represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Lindner's total volume across all insurers at roughly 200 to 250 procedures against the 60 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Lindner's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Lindner's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 112 procedures in 2022 and was 60 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Lindner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lindner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), hip replacement (27 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lindner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lindner is affiliated with Baptist Health La Grange, Baptist Health Floyd, Baptist Health Louisville, Ascension St Vincent Salem, Carroll County Memorial Hospital. Dr. Lindner maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Lindner compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Coral Gables?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Coral Gables, Dr. Lindner ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lindner is among the highest-volume surgeons in Coral Gables.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lindner practices?
Baptist Health La Grange (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Baptist Health Floyd (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Baptist Health Louisville (3 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 Coral Gables, Florida
Dr. Lindner's 60 Medicare procedures are above the Coral Gables average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Coral Gables.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Birch | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Zvijac | 15 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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