Dr. Mark Farmer, M.D.
Dr. Mark Farmer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ft Myers, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Farmer has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#201 in Florida) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 51 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Farmer performs below average in knee (34 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Farmer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Ft Myers is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Ft Myers area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Farmer extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 35 to 51 in the most recent data, a 46% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Farmer's 34 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. Farmer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Ft Myers, FL 33919
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Farmer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 46% from 35 procedures in 2013 to 51 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Farmer
How does Dr. Farmer's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Farmer has performed 51 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. Farmer ranks #248 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Farmer perform?
Dr. Farmer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Farmer in Ft Myers?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Ft Myers 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. Farmer 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. Farmer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 51 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Farmer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Farmer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 35 procedures in 2013 to 51 in the most recent data, a 46% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 57 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Farmer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Farmer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Farmer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Farmer is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital, Cape Coral Hospital, Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge, Gulf Coast Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Farmer practices?
Lee Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cape Coral Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge (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 Ft Myers, Florida
Dr. Farmer's 51 Medicare procedures are below the Ft Myers average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ft Myers.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Todd Atkinson | 66 | Knee, Shoulder |
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