Dr. Samuel Swiggett, M.D.
Contact & Location
St Petersburg, FL 33702
Dr. Samuel Swiggett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Swiggett has performed 11 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #157 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Swiggett performs below average in shoulder (11 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Swiggett's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 11 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.
St Petersburg is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the St Petersburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Swiggett first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Swiggett's 11 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Swiggett Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Swiggett
How does Dr. Swiggett's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Swiggett has performed 11 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. Swiggett ranks #523 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Swiggett perform?
Dr. Swiggett's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Swiggett in St Petersburg?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg 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. Swiggett 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. Swiggett's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Swiggett affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Swiggett is affiliated with St Anthonys Hospital, Hca Florida Pasadena Hospital A Part Of Hca Florid.
How does Dr. Swiggett compare to other orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in St Petersburg, Dr. Swiggett ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in St Petersburg has 94 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Swiggett practices?
St Anthonys Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Hca Florida Pasadena Hospital A Part Of Hca Florid (3 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 St Petersburg, Florida
Dr. Swiggett's 11 Medicare procedures are below the St Petersburg average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in St Petersburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kurt Hirshorn | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Bolhofner | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Canizares | 30 | Knee |
| Dr. Katulle Eaton | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Albert | 24 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dzi-Viet Nguyen | 21 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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