Dr. Prashant Desai is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lakeland, Florida. In 2023, Dr. Desai performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#175 in Florida) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 55 procedures.
Dr. Desai's 55 Medicare procedures are near the Florida median of 50. The state has 509 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Desai's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (38 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Lakeland is home to 7 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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Desai
How does Dr. Desai's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Desai performed 55 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. Desai ranks #236 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Desai perform?
Dr. Desai's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Desai in Lakeland?
Yes. There are 7 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. Desai represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Desai's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 55 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Lakeland, Florida
Compare Dr. Desai's volume with other surgeons practicing in Lakeland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Phuc Vo | 147 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Shenkman | 99 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph D'alonzo | 48 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Obafunto Abimbola | 28 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Evans | 14 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Eric Wicks | 11 | Knee |
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