Dr. Richard Weiner, MD
Contact & Location
561-840-1090
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
About Dr. Weiner
Dr. Richard Weiner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Palm Beach, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Weiner performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#361 in Florida) and 11 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Weiner performs below the state average in knee (15 vs 48), below the state average in hip (11 vs 40).
Dr. Weiner's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (15 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Dr. Weiner is the only orthopedic surgeon in North Palm Beach represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Weiner's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2016 before settling at 26 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Weiner's 15 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 19 | 24 |
| 2014 | 23 | 21 |
| 2015 | 17 | 25 |
| 2016 | 25 | 22 |
| 2017 | 17 | 19 |
| 2018 | 15 | 22 |
| 2019 | 28 | 14 |
| 2020 | 18 | 0 |
| 2021 | 21 | 15 |
| 2022 | 14 | 16 |
| 2023 | 17 | 18 |
| 2024 | 11 | 15 |
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. Weiner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Weiner's recorded volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2016 and stood at 26 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Weiner
How does Dr. Weiner's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Weiner has performed 26 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. Weiner ranks #386 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Weiner perform?
Dr. Weiner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Where is Dr. Weiner's practice located?
Dr. Weiner practices in North Palm Beach, Florida. The office is located at 733 Us Hwy 1, North Palm Beach, FL 33408. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Weiner for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Weiner 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. Weiner's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Weiner's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Weiner's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2016 and was 26 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.
Does Dr. Weiner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Weiner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Weiner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Weiner is affiliated with Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Weiner practices?
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Patient Resources & Verification
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