Dr. Ralph Rizk is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jacksonville, Florida. In 2023, Dr. Rizk performed 36 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#181 in Florida) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 57 procedures.
Dr. Rizk's 57 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. Rizk's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (36 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Jacksonville is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Jacksonville 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. Rizk
How does Dr. Rizk's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Rizk performed 57 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. Rizk ranks #225 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rizk perform?
Dr. Rizk's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rizk in Jacksonville?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Jacksonville 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. Rizk 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. Rizk's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 57 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Jacksonville, Florida
Compare Dr. Rizk's volume with other surgeons practicing in Jacksonville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Redmond | 324 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gavan Duffy | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Phillip Bell | 174 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Frykberg | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Springer | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Pujadas | 153 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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