Dr. Patrick Fessler, D.O.
Contact & Location
239-343-9696
Fort Myers, FL 33905
Erie, PA 16509
Dr. Fessler performs more knee replacement procedures than 53% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #189 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Fessler
Dr. Patrick Fessler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Myers, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Fessler performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#189 in Florida) and 16 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 51 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Fessler performs below the state average in knee (35 vs 48), below the state average in hip (16 vs 40).
Dr. Fessler's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Fort Myers is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Myers area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Fessler extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 35 to 51 in the most recent data, a 46% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Fessler's 35 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 20 | 15 |
| 2023 | 0 | 20 |
| 2024 | 16 | 35 |
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. Fessler Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Fessler's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 46% from 35 procedures in 2022 to 51 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Fessler
How does Dr. Fessler's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Fessler has performed 51 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. Fessler ranks #250 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fessler perform?
Dr. Fessler's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Fessler in Fort Myers?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers 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. Fessler 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. Fessler's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 220 procedures against the 51 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. Fessler's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Fessler's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 35 procedures in 2022 to 51 in the most recent data, a 46% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 51 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Fessler perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Fessler's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Fessler affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Fessler is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital, Gulf Coast Medical Center, Cape Coral Hospital.
How does Dr. Fessler compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Myers, Dr. Fessler ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Myers has 378 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Fessler practices?
Lee Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Gulf Coast Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cape Coral Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fort Myers, Florida
Dr. Fessler's 51 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Myers average of 158. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Myers.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Humbert | 378 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Stone | 179 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Eichten | 169 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ronald Gardner | 127 | Knee |
| Dr. John Mehalik | 110 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Jugan | 94 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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