Dr. Scott Miller, M.D.
Contact & Location
321-434-9200
Melbourne, FL 32940
Melbourne, FL 32901
Malabar, FL 32950
Palm Bay, FL 32909
Melbourne, FL 32901
Dr. Miller performs more knee replacement procedures than 97% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #9 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Miller
Practice. Dr. Scott Miller is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Melbourne, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 169 knee replacements and 109 hip replacements, 278 procedures in all. That is #9 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 36 procedures a year to 278, up 672%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 169 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45. That is #119 nationally.
Local context. Melbourne has 8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 11 | 25 |
| 2015 | 37 | 44 |
| 2016 | 46 | 28 |
| 2017 | 37 | 40 |
| 2018 | 78 | 94 |
| 2019 | 71 | 131 |
| 2020 | 79 | 133 |
| 2021 | 113 | 143 |
| 2022 | 115 | 156 |
| 2023 | 103 | 169 |
| 2024 | 109 | 169 |
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. Miller Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Miller's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 672% from 36 procedures in 2014 to 278 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Miller
How does Dr. Miller's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Miller has performed 278 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Miller ranks #10 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Miller perform?
Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (169 cases) and hip replacement (109 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Miller with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Miller ranks #9 in Florida for knee replacement with 169 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 523 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Miller in Melbourne?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Melbourne 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. Miller 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. Miller's total volume across all insurers at roughly 930 to 1,170 procedures against the 278 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. Miller's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Miller's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 36 procedures in 2014 to 278 in the most recent data, a 672% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 278 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Miller perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (169 cases), hip replacement (109 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Miller affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Miller is affiliated with Viera Hospital, Palm Bay Hospital, Holmes Regional Medical Center, Cape Canaveral Hospital.
How does Dr. Miller compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Melbourne?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Melbourne, Dr. Miller ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Miller has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Miller practices?
Viera Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Palm Bay Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Holmes Regional Medical Center (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 Melbourne, Florida
Dr. Miller's 278 Medicare procedures are above the Melbourne average of 123. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Melbourne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Sands | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Perry | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Stephens | 108 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel King | 82 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Palsis | 28 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Anthony Lombardo | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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