Dr. Nicholas Connors, M.D.
Dr. Nicholas Connors is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Port Charlotte, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Connors has performed 78 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#68 in Florida) and 40 hip replacements, for a combined total of 118 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Connors performs above average in knee (78 vs 49 avg), near average in hip (40 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Connors's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (78 cases) and hip replacements (40 cases).
Port Charlotte is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Port Charlotte area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Connors extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 92 to 118 in the most recent data, a 28% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Connors's 78 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Connors Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Connors's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 28% from 92 procedures in 2013 to 118 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Connors
How does Dr. Connors's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Connors has performed 118 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Connors ranks #94 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Connors perform?
Dr. Connors's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (78 cases) and hip replacement (40 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Connors in Port Charlotte?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Port Charlotte 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. Connors 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. Connors's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 118 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Connors's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Connors's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 92 procedures in 2013 to 118 in the most recent data, a 28% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 129 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Connors perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Connors's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (78 cases), hip replacement (40 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Connors compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Port Charlotte?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Port Charlotte, Dr. Connors ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Connors is among the highest-volume surgeons in Port Charlotte.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Port Charlotte, Florida
Dr. Connors's 118 Medicare procedures are above the Port Charlotte average of 99. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Port Charlotte.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Reiss | 220 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Pennington | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Stchur | 101 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Dale Greenberg | 36 | Knee |
| Dr. Sean Spence | 12 | Shoulder |
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