Dr. Kathryn Fideler, MD, MPH
Dr. Kathryn Fideler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Miami Beach, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Fideler has performed 23 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#182 in Florida) and 20 knee replacements, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Fideler performs below average in hip (23 vs 39 avg), below average in knee (20 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Fideler's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (23 cases) and knee replacements (20 cases).
Dr. Fideler is the only orthopedic surgeon in Miami Beach represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Fideler first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Fideler's 23 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Fideler Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Miami Beach, FL 33140
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Fideler has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. 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 Hip Replacement
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Fideler
How does Dr. Fideler's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Fideler has performed 43 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. Fideler ranks #281 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fideler perform?
Dr. Fideler's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (23 cases) and knee replacement (20 cases).
Where is Dr. Fideler's practice located?
Dr. Fideler practices in Miami Beach, Florida. The office is located at 4302 Alton Road Suite 220, Miami Beach, FL 33140. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Fideler for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Fideler 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. Fideler's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Fideler perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Fideler's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (23 cases), knee replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Fideler affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Fideler is affiliated with Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida, Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Fideler practices?
Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida, Inc (3 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.
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