Dr. Juan Suarez, MD
Dr. Juan Suarez is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Miami, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Suarez has performed 69 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#84 in Florida) and 63 hip replacements, for a combined total of 132 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Suarez performs above average in knee (69 vs 49 avg), above average in hip (63 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Suarez's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (69 cases) and hip replacements (63 cases).
Miami is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Miami area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Suarez extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 75 to 132 in the most recent data, a 76% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Suarez's 69 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Medicare Cases
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.
How Dr. Suarez Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Miami, FL 33176
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Suarez's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 76% from 75 procedures in 2013 to 132 in the most recent data.
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. Suarez
How does Dr. Suarez's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Suarez has performed 132 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Suarez ranks #75 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Suarez perform?
Dr. Suarez's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases) and hip replacement (63 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Suarez in Miami?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Miami 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. Suarez represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Suarez's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 132 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Suarez's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Suarez's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 75 procedures in 2013 to 132 in the most recent data, a 76% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 132 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Suarez perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Suarez's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases), hip replacement (63 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Suarez affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Suarez is affiliated with Doctors Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, South Miami Hospital, Mariners Hospital.
How does Dr. Suarez compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Miami?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Miami, Dr. Suarez ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Suarez is among the highest-volume surgeons in Miami.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Suarez practices?
Doctors Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Hospital Of Miami (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); South Miami Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Miami, Florida
Dr. Suarez's 132 Medicare procedures are above the Miami average of 118. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Miami.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Van Der Ven | 239 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yoav Zvi | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Lawrie | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karim Sabeh | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michaela Schneiderbauer | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Victor Hernandez | 64 | Hip, Knee |
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