Dr. Kurt Morrison, D.O.
Contact & Location
850-494-9000
Pensacola, FL 32503
Dr. Morrison performs more knee replacement procedures than 75% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #98 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Morrison
Practice. Dr. Kurt Morrison is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pensacola, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 62 knee replacements and 33 hip replacements, 95 procedures in all. That is #98 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 53 procedures a year to 95, up 79%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 62 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Pensacola has 10 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 | 19 | 34 |
| 2014 | 22 | 37 |
| 2015 | 34 | 48 |
| 2016 | 27 | 49 |
| 2017 | 30 | 46 |
| 2018 | 46 | 53 |
| 2019 | 49 | 79 |
| 2020 | 40 | 69 |
| 2021 | 41 | 88 |
| 2022 | 48 | 88 |
| 2023 | 31 | 80 |
| 2024 | 33 | 62 |
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. Morrison Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Morrison's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 79% from 53 procedures in 2013 to 95 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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Morrison
How does Dr. Morrison's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Morrison has performed 95 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Morrison ranks #125 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Morrison perform?
Dr. Morrison's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases) and hip replacement (33 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Morrison in Pensacola?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Pensacola 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. Morrison 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. Morrison's total volume across all insurers at roughly 320 to 400 procedures against the 95 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. Morrison's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Morrison's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 53 procedures in 2013 to 95 in the most recent data, a 79% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 136 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Morrison perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Morrison's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases), hip replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Morrison affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Morrison is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola, Baptist Hospital, Gulf Breeze Hospital.
How does Dr. Morrison compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pensacola?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Pensacola, Dr. Morrison ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Morrison has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Morrison practices?
Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Gulf Breeze Hospital (4 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 Pensacola, Florida
Dr. Morrison's 95 Medicare procedures are above the Pensacola average of 72. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pensacola.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. E Dabezies | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Stewart | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kirby Turnage | 65 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Geoffrey Hancy | 63 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Donald Dewey | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Seeker | 55 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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