Dr. Joseph Palmer, DO
Contact & Location
386-302-1380
Palm Coast, FL 32137
Dr. Palmer performs more knee replacement procedures than 36% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #257 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Palmer
Dr. Joseph Palmer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Palm Coast, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Palmer performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#257 in Florida) and 11 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Palmer performs below the state average in knee (25 vs 48), below the state average in hip (11 vs 40).
Dr. Palmer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (25 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Palmer holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Palm Coast is home to 5 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.
Dr. Palmer first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Palmer's 25 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 32 procedures in 2023 and 36 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Palmer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Palmer has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
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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Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Palmer
How does Dr. Palmer's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Palmer has performed 36 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 #333 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Palmer perform?
Dr. Palmer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Palmer in Palm Coast?
Yes. There are 5 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 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. Palmer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 150 procedures against the 36 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.
Does Dr. Palmer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Palmer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Palmer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Palmer is affiliated with Adventhealth Palm Coast Parkway, Adventhealth Palm Coast, Adventhealth Daytona Beach.
How does Dr. Palmer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Palm Coast?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Palm Coast, Dr. Palmer ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Palm Coast has 135 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Palmer practices?
Adventhealth Palm Coast (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Daytona Beach (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 Palm Coast, Florida
Dr. Palmer's 36 Medicare procedures are below the Palm Coast average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Palm Coast.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Keen | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Lindbloom | 57 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Dennis Alter | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Campbell | 24 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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