Dr. Samir Guru, D.O.
Dr. Samir Guru is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mount Dora, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Guru has completed 70 knee replacements (#80 in Florida), 32 hip replacements, and 19 shoulder replacements, totaling 121 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Guru performs above average in knee (70 vs 49 avg), near average in hip (32 vs 39 avg), below average in shoulder (19 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Guru performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (70 cases), followed by hip replacements (32) and shoulder replacements (19).
Mount Dora is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mount Dora area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Guru extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 92 to 121 in the most recent data, a 32% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Guru's 70 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Guru Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Mount Dora, FL 32757
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Guru's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 32% from 92 procedures in 2013 to 121 in the most recent data.
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. Guru
How does Dr. Guru's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Guru has performed 121 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Guru ranks #90 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Guru perform?
Dr. Guru performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (70 cases), hip replacement (32 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Guru in Mount Dora?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Dora 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. Guru 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. Guru's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 121 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Guru's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Guru's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 92 procedures in 2013 to 121 in the most recent data, a 32% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 126 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Guru perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Guru's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (70 cases), hip replacement (32 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Guru among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Guru affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Guru is affiliated with Adventhealth Waterman.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Guru practices?
Adventhealth Waterman (4 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 Mount Dora, Florida
Dr. Guru's 121 Medicare procedures are above the Mount Dora average of 70. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mount Dora.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Vrej Manoogian | 18 | Knee |
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