Dr. Michele D'apuzzo, M.D.
Contact & Location
305-585-6262
Miami, FL 33136
Dr. D'apuzzo performs more knee replacement procedures than 18% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #330 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. D'apuzzo
Practice. Dr. Michele D'apuzzo is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Miami, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 18 knee replacements. That is #330 in Florida for knee replacement. Dr. D'apuzzo also holds credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 7 years. Volume peaked at 144 in 2015 and stands at 18 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 18 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Miami has 19 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 16 |
| 2015 | 40 | 104 |
| 2016 | 13 | 25 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 12 |
| 2023 | 0 | 19 |
| 2024 | 0 | 18 |
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. D'apuzzo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. D'apuzzo's recorded volume peaked at 144 procedures in 2015 and stood at 18 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
Hospital Affiliations
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. D'apuzzo
How does Dr. D'apuzzo's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. D'apuzzo has performed 18 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. D'apuzzo ranks #438 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. D'apuzzo perform?
Dr. D'apuzzo's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. D'apuzzo in Miami?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Miami 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. D'apuzzo 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. D'apuzzo's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 18 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. D'apuzzo's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. D'apuzzo's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 144 procedures in 2015 and was 18 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. D'apuzzo affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. D'apuzzo is affiliated with Univ Of Miami Hospital And Clinics-Sylvester Compr.
How does Dr. D'apuzzo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Miami?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Miami, Dr. D'apuzzo ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Miami has 234 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Miami, Florida
Dr. D'apuzzo's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Miami average of 117. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Miami.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Van Der Ven | 234 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yoav Zvi | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Lawrie | 126 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Juan Suarez | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karim Sabeh | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Barra | 80 | Hip, Knee |
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