Dr. Sean Dingle, MD
Contact & Location
Sarasota, FL 34232
Dr. Sean Dingle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sarasota, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Dingle has performed 265 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#3 in Florida) and 116 hip replacements, for a combined total of 381 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Dingle performs well above average in knee (265 vs 48 avg), well above average in hip (116 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Dingle's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (265 cases) and hip replacements (116 cases).
Sarasota is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Sarasota area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dingle extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 167 to 381 in the most recent data, a 128% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dingle's 265 verified procedures is more than 5x the national average of 45, ranking #19 nationally.
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. Dingle Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dingle's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 128% from 167 procedures in 2013 to 381 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. Dingle
How does Dr. Dingle's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Dingle has performed 381 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dingle ranks #4 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dingle perform?
Dr. Dingle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (265 cases) and hip replacement (116 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Dingle with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Dingle ranks #3 in Florida for knee replacement with 265 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 523 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dingle in Sarasota?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Sarasota 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. Dingle 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. Dingle's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 381 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dingle's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dingle's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 167 procedures in 2013 to 381 in the most recent data, a 128% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 473 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dingle perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dingle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (265 cases), hip replacement (116 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dingle affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dingle is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital.
How does Dr. Dingle compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Sarasota?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Sarasota, Dr. Dingle ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dingle is among the highest-volume surgeons in Sarasota.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dingle practices?
Sarasota Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Sarasota, Florida
Dr. Dingle's 381 Medicare procedures are above the Sarasota average of 243. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sarasota.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Stolarski | 533 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Stewart | 206 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Talluri | 201 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Thomas | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Silverstein | 133 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Schofield | 98 | Shoulder |
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