Dr. Salvador Forte
Dr. Salvador Forte is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Palm Beach, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Forte has performed 40 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#97 in Florida) and 30 knee replacements, for a combined total of 70 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Forte performs near average in hip (40 vs 39 avg), below average in knee (30 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Forte's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (40 cases) and knee replacements (30 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Forte holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
West Palm Beach is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the West Palm Beach area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Forte first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Forte's 40 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Forte Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Forte has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Forte
How does Dr. Forte's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Forte has performed 70 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Forte ranks #181 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Forte perform?
Dr. Forte's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (40 cases) and knee replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Forte in West Palm Beach?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in West Palm 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. Forte 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. Forte's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 70 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Forte perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Forte's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (40 cases), knee replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Forte affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Forte is affiliated with Hca Florida Jfk Hospital, Jupiter Medical Center, Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, Hca Florida Palms West Hospital.
How does Dr. Forte compare to other orthopedic surgeons in West Palm Beach?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in West Palm Beach, Dr. Forte ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in West Palm Beach has 311 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Forte practices?
Hca Florida Jfk Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Jupiter Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in West Palm Beach, Florida
Dr. Forte's 70 Medicare procedures are below the West Palm Beach average of 119. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in West Palm Beach.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Wang | 311 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Simovitch | 176 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Spencer Summers | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tom Minas | 57 | Knee |
| Dr. Gary Ackerman | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Randazzo | 40 | Knee |
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