Dr. Paul Ulrich, DO
Contact & Location
Temple Terrace, FL 33637
Dr. Paul Ulrich is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Temple Terrace, Florida. Dr. Ulrich has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#235 in Florida) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 45 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Ulrich performs below average in knee (28 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Ulrich's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Temple Terrace is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Temple Terrace area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ulrich first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Ulrich's 28 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Ulrich Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
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. Ulrich
How does Dr. Ulrich's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Ulrich has performed 45 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. Ulrich ranks #281 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ulrich perform?
Dr. Ulrich's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ulrich in Temple Terrace?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace 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. Ulrich 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. Ulrich's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 45 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Ulrich perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ulrich's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ulrich affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ulrich is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital, Highlands Cashiers Hospital, Swain County Hospital. Dr. Ulrich maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Ulrich compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace, Dr. Ulrich ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Temple Terrace has 193 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ulrich practices?
Harris Regional Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Highlands Cashiers Hospital (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 Temple Terrace, Florida
Dr. Ulrich's 45 Medicare procedures are below the Temple Terrace average of 101. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Temple Terrace.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Bernasek | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Grayson | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Palumbo | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Watson | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Mighell | 86 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Taylor Lara | 77 | Hip, Knee |
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