Dr. Richard Berkowitz, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Richard Berkowitz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tamarac, Florida. In 2023, Dr. Berkowitz performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#174 in Florida) and 15 hip replacements (#257 in Florida), for a combined total of 53 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
38 verified cases
#174 in Florida
Hip Replacement
15 verified cases
#257 in Florida

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Berkowitz

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (53 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Berkowitz, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 954-718-7776
7171 N University Dr
Tamarac, FL 33321
NPI: 1811994544
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 21 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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