Dr. Mark Tenholder, MD PA
Contact & Location
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Dr. Mark Tenholder is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Tenholder has performed 68 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#88 in Florida) and 26 hip replacements, for a combined total of 94 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Tenholder performs above average in knee (68 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (26 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Tenholder's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (68 cases) and hip replacements (26 cases).
Fort Walton Beach is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Walton Beach area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Tenholder extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 72 to 94 in the most recent data, a 31% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Tenholder's 68 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Tenholder Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tenholder's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 31% from 72 procedures in 2013 to 94 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. Tenholder
How does Dr. Tenholder's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Tenholder has performed 94 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tenholder ranks #129 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tenholder perform?
Dr. Tenholder's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases) and hip replacement (26 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tenholder in Fort Walton Beach?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Walton Beach 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. Tenholder 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. Tenholder's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 94 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Tenholder's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tenholder's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 72 procedures in 2013 to 94 in the most recent data, a 31% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 138 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Tenholder perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tenholder's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases), hip replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tenholder affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tenholder is affiliated with Sacred Heart Hospital On The Emerald Coast, Hca Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital, Hca Florida Twin Cities Hospital.
How does Dr. Tenholder compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Walton Beach?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Walton Beach, Dr. Tenholder ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Tenholder is among the highest-volume surgeons in Fort Walton Beach.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tenholder practices?
Sacred Heart Hospital On The Emerald Coast (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Hca Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hca Florida Twin Cities Hospital (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Dr. Tenholder's 94 Medicare procedures are above the Fort Walton Beach average of 88. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Walton Beach.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Mai | 189 | Hip |
| Dr. Thomas Seales | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Dean | 67 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. James Watt | 32 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Leo Chen | 11 | Knee |
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