Dr. Joseph Locker, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Joseph Locker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ocala, Florida. In 2023, Dr. Locker performed 142 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#6 in Florida) and 137 knee replacements (#21 in Florida), for a combined total of 279 procedures. This places Dr. Locker among the highest-volume joint replacement surgeons in Florida.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
142 verified cases
#6 in Florida
Knee Replacement
137 verified cases
#21 in Florida

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Locker

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (279 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Locker, 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: 386-255-4596
1710 Se 16th Ave
Ocala, FL 34471
NPI: 1063497428
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 21 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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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.
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