Dr. Kirk Maes, M.D.
Dr. Kirk Maes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sebastian, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Maes has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#269 in Florida) and 14 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Maes performs below average in knee (24 vs 49 avg), below average in shoulder (14 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Maes's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and shoulder replacements (14 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Maes holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Maes is the only orthopedic surgeon in Sebastian represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Maes's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 67 procedures in 2016 before settling at 38 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Maes's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Maes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Sebastian, FL 32958
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Maes's recorded volume peaked at 67 procedures in 2016 and stood at 38 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Maes
How does Dr. Maes's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Maes has performed 38 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. Maes ranks #311 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Maes perform?
Dr. Maes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and shoulder replacement (14 cases).
Where is Dr. Maes's practice located?
Dr. Maes practices in Sebastian, Florida. The office is located at 13000 Us Highway 1, Sebastian, FL 32958. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Maes for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Maes 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. Maes's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Maes's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Maes's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 67 procedures in 2016 and was 38 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Maes perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Maes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Maes affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Maes is affiliated with Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Maes practices?
Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital (3 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.
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