Dr. Joseph Billings, D.O.
Contact & Location
407-647-2287
Winter Park, FL 32789
Dr. Billings performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 35% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #102 of 157 ranked shoulder surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Billings
Practice. Dr. Joseph Billings is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Winter Park, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 17 shoulder replacements and 16 knee replacements, 33 procedures in all. That is #102 in Florida for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 9 years. Volume has held between 11 and 50 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 17 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Winter Park has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Billings also holds hospital privileges in MN and FL, a practice that extends beyond Florida.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 29 | 0 |
| 2014 | 31 | 15 |
| 2015 | 24 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 15 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 18 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 12 | 12 |
| 2023 | 18 | 32 |
| 2024 | 16 | 17 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Billings Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Billings's procedure volume has been consistent across 9 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 50 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Billings
How does Dr. Billings's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Billings has performed 33 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. Billings ranks #353 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Billings perform?
Dr. Billings's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (17 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Billings in Winter Park?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Winter Park 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. Billings 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Billings's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 130 procedures against the 33 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. Billings's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Billings's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 9 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 50 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Billings perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Billings's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (17 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Billings affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Billings is affiliated with Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center, Uf Health Shands Hospital. Dr. Billings maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Billings compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Winter Park?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Winter Park, Dr. Billings ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Winter Park has 171 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Billings practices?
Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uf Health Shands 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 Winter Park, Florida
Dr. Billings's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Winter Park average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Winter Park.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Pratik Desai | 171 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Huffman | 52 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Ramakanth Yakkanti | 42 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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