Dr. Michael Higgins, D O P A
Contact & Location
352-688-6035
Spring Hill, FL 34609
Dr. Higgins performs more knee replacement procedures than 25% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #301 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Higgins
Practice. Dr. Michael Higgins is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Spring Hill, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 21 knee replacements. That is #301 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 15 procedures a year to 21, up 40%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 21 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Spring Hill has 2 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 21 |
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. 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. Higgins Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Higgins's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 40% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 21 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. Higgins
How does Dr. Higgins's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Higgins has performed 21 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. Higgins ranks #419 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Higgins perform?
Dr. Higgins's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Higgins in Spring Hill?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Spring Hill 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. Higgins 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, which puts Dr. Higgins's total volume across all insurers at roughly 80 to 90 procedures against the 21 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. Higgins's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Higgins's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 21 in the most recent data, a 40% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 24 procedures in 2016.
Which hospitals is Dr. Higgins affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Higgins is affiliated with Hca Florida Oak Hill Hospital, Adventhealth North Pinellas, Adventhealth Dade City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Higgins practices?
Hca Florida Oak Hill Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate above national average); Adventhealth North Pinellas (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Adventhealth Dade City (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Spring Hill, Florida
Dr. Higgins's 21 Medicare procedures are below the Spring Hill average of 28. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Spring Hill.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Fady Zeidan | 34 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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