Knee
Dr. Richard Sellers, MD
Dr. Richard Sellers is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Sellers has performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #349 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Sellers performs below average in knee (16 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Sellers's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 16 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Pensacola is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pensacola area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Sellers's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2019 before settling at 16 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Sellers's 16 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Sellers Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Pensacola, FL 32503
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sellers's recorded volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2019 and stood at 16 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sellers
How does Dr. Sellers's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Sellers has performed 16 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. Sellers ranks #444 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sellers perform?
Dr. Sellers's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sellers in Pensacola?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Pensacola 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. Sellers 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. Sellers's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sellers's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Sellers's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2019 and was 16 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
How does Dr. Sellers compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pensacola?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Pensacola, Dr. Sellers ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pensacola has 111 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Pensacola, Florida
Dr. Sellers's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Pensacola average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pensacola.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kurt Morrison | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wesley Mayes | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. E Dabezies | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donald Dewey | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Stewart | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kirby Turnage | 61 | Shoulder |
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