Dr. Kenneth Sands, M.D.
Contact & Location
321-725-2225
Melbourne, FL 32901
Melbourne, FL 32935
Dr. Sands performs more knee replacement procedures than 92% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #31 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Sands
Practice. Dr. Kenneth Sands is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Melbourne, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 106 knee replacements and 92 hip replacements, 198 procedures in all. That is #31 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 138 procedures a year to 198, up 43%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 106 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Melbourne has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 81 | 57 |
| 2014 | 96 | 99 |
| 2015 | 116 | 122 |
| 2016 | 30 | 23 |
| 2017 | 94 | 101 |
| 2018 | 96 | 144 |
| 2019 | 91 | 118 |
| 2020 | 109 | 119 |
| 2021 | 100 | 111 |
| 2022 | 98 | 136 |
| 2023 | 108 | 145 |
| 2024 | 92 | 106 |
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. Sands Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sands's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 43% from 138 procedures in 2013 to 198 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sands
How does Dr. Sands's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Sands has performed 198 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sands ranks #30 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sands perform?
Dr. Sands's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (106 cases) and hip replacement (92 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sands in Melbourne?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Melbourne 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. Sands 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. Sands's total volume across all insurers at roughly 660 to 830 procedures against the 198 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.
Has Dr. Sands's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sands's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 138 procedures in 2013 to 198 in the most recent data, a 43% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 253 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Sands perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sands's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (106 cases), hip replacement (92 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sands affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sands is affiliated with Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital, Holmes Regional Medical Center, Viera Hospital, Cape Canaveral Hospital.
How does Dr. Sands compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Melbourne?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Melbourne, Dr. Sands ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sands is among the highest-volume surgeons in Melbourne.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sands practices?
Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Holmes Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Viera Hospital (5 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 Melbourne, Florida
Dr. Sands's 198 Medicare procedures are above the Melbourne average of 123. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Melbourne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Miller | 278 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Perry | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Stephens | 108 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel King | 82 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Palsis | 28 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Anthony Lombardo | 15 | Knee |
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