Dr. Obafunto Abimbola, MD, MPH
Contact & Location
863-680-7214
Lakeland, FL 33805
Jacksonville, FL 32209
Dr. Abimbola performs more knee replacement procedures than 13% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #352 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Abimbola
Dr. Obafunto Abimbola is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lakeland, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Abimbola performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#352 in Florida) and 12 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 28 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Abimbola performs below the state average in knee (16 vs 48), below the state average in hip (12 vs 40).
Dr. Abimbola's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (16 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Lakeland is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lakeland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Abimbola also maintains hospital privileges in WA and FL, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Florida.
Dr. Abimbola's Medicare data spans 4 years, beginning in 2019. Volume peaked at 58 procedures in 2019 before settling at 28 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Abimbola's 16 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 25 | 33 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 19 | 13 |
| 2023 | 12 | 16 |
| 2024 | 12 | 16 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Abimbola Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Abimbola's recorded volume peaked at 58 procedures in 2019 and stood at 28 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Abimbola
How does Dr. Abimbola's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Abimbola has performed 28 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. Abimbola ranks #374 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Abimbola perform?
Dr. Abimbola's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (16 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Abimbola in Lakeland?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Lakeland 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. Abimbola 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Abimbola's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 120 procedures against the 28 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. Abimbola's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Abimbola's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 58 procedures in 2019 and was 28 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.
Does Dr. Abimbola perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Abimbola's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (16 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Abimbola affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Abimbola is affiliated with Confluence Health Hospital, Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Winter Haven Hospital. Dr. Abimbola maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Abimbola compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lakeland?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Lakeland, Dr. Abimbola ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lakeland has 146 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Abimbola practices?
Confluence Health Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lakeland Regional Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Winter Haven Hospital (2 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 Lakeland, Florida
Dr. Abimbola's 28 Medicare procedures are below the Lakeland average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lakeland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Phuc Vo | 146 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph D'alonzo | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Prashant Desai | 67 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Shenkman | 60 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Mario John | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Evans | 34 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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