Shoulder
Dr. Kenton Panas, MD
Dr. Kenton Panas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hudson, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Panas has performed 13 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #115 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Panas performs below average in shoulder (13 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Panas's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 13 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Hudson is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Hudson area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Panas first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Panas's 13 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Panas Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Hudson, FL 34667
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Panas
How does Dr. Panas's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Panas has performed 13 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. Panas ranks #484 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Panas perform?
Dr. Panas's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Panas in Hudson?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Hudson 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. Panas 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. Panas's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Panas affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Panas is affiliated with Hca Florida Bayonet Point Hospital, St Josephs Hospital, Hca Florida Trinity Hospital, Hca Florida Oak Hill Hospital.
How does Dr. Panas compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hudson?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Hudson, Dr. Panas ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Hudson has 45 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Panas practices?
Hca Florida Bayonet Point Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Josephs Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Hca Florida Trinity Hospital (2 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 Hudson, Florida
Dr. Panas's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Hudson average of 33. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hudson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Craig Bennett | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dragomir Mijic | 41 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jared Salinsky | 35 | Knee |
| Dr. Juan Raposo | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Katz | 31 | Knee |
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