Dr. Richard Steinfeld, M.D.
Contact & Location
772-778-2009
Vero Beach, FL 32960
Dr. Steinfeld performs more knee replacement procedures than 74% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #105 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Steinfeld
Practice. Dr. Richard Steinfeld is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Vero Beach, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 60 knee replacements and 51 hip replacements, 111 procedures in all. That is #105 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 106 and 163 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 60 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Vero Beach has 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 26 | 82 | 0 |
| 2014 | 33 | 73 | 0 |
| 2015 | 49 | 82 | 0 |
| 2016 | 45 | 86 | 0 |
| 2017 | 44 | 95 | 0 |
| 2018 | 53 | 100 | 0 |
| 2019 | 75 | 88 | 0 |
| 2020 | 84 | 75 | 0 |
| 2021 | 65 | 88 | 0 |
| 2022 | 53 | 69 | 0 |
| 2023 | 49 | 67 | 14 |
| 2024 | 51 | 60 | 0 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Steinfeld Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Steinfeld's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 106 to 163 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Steinfeld
How does Dr. Steinfeld's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Steinfeld has performed 111 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Steinfeld ranks #97 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Steinfeld perform?
Dr. Steinfeld's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases) and hip replacement (51 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Steinfeld in Vero Beach?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Vero Beach 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. Steinfeld represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Steinfeld's total volume across all insurers at roughly 370 to 460 procedures against the 111 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Steinfeld's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Steinfeld's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 106 to 163 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Steinfeld perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Steinfeld's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases), hip replacement (51 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Steinfeld affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Steinfeld is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital.
How does Dr. Steinfeld compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Vero Beach?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Vero Beach, Dr. Steinfeld ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Steinfeld is among the highest-volume surgeons in Vero Beach.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Steinfeld practices?
Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Vero Beach, Florida
Dr. Steinfeld's 111 Medicare procedures are above the Vero Beach average of 92. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Vero Beach.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Stack | 217 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alfredo Arrojas | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Dilella | 88 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. George Nichols | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Clay Greeson | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Plessl | 33 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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