Dr. Luis Pulido Sierra, MD
Dr. Luis Pulido Sierra is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gainesville, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Pulido Sierra has performed 13 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#282 in Florida) and 11 knee replacements, for a combined total of 24 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Pulido Sierra performs below average in hip (13 vs 39 avg), below average in knee (11 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Pulido Sierra's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (13 cases) and knee replacements (11 cases).
Gainesville is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gainesville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Pulido Sierra's Medicare data spans 6 years, beginning in 2016. Volume peaked at 53 procedures in 2019 before settling at 24 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Pulido Sierra's 13 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. Pulido Sierra Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Gainesville, FL 32610
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pulido Sierra's recorded volume peaked at 53 procedures in 2019 and stood at 24 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. Pulido Sierra
How does Dr. Pulido Sierra's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Pulido Sierra has performed 24 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. Pulido Sierra ranks #393 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pulido Sierra perform?
Dr. Pulido Sierra's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (13 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pulido Sierra in Gainesville?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville 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. Pulido Sierra 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. Pulido Sierra's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 24 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pulido Sierra's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Pulido Sierra's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 53 procedures in 2019 and was 24 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. Pulido Sierra perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pulido Sierra's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (13 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pulido Sierra affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pulido Sierra is affiliated with Hca Florida Ocala Hospital.
How does Dr. Pulido Sierra compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville, Dr. Pulido Sierra ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Gainesville has 117 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pulido Sierra practices?
Hca Florida Ocala Hospital (1 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 Gainesville, Florida
Dr. Pulido Sierra's 24 Medicare procedures are below the Gainesville average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gainesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Tristan Altbuch | 117 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Petty | 93 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Lombardo | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hari Parvataneni | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James McFadden | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hernan Prieto Saavedra | 65 | Hip, Knee |
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