Dr. Joseph Palmer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Palm Coast, Florida. In 2023, Dr. Palmer performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#307 in Florida) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 32 procedures.
Dr. Palmer recorded 32 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Florida has 504 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Palmer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Palm Coast is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Palm Coast area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
Hospital Affiliations
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Palmer
How does Dr. Palmer's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Palmer performed 32 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. Palmer ranks #336 out of 504 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Palmer perform?
Dr. Palmer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Palmer in Palm Coast?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Palm Coast 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. Palmer represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Palmer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 32 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Palm Coast, Florida
Compare Dr. Palmer's volume with other surgeons practicing in Palm Coast.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Keen | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dennis Alter | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Lindbloom | 38 | Shoulder |
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