Dr. Stephen Hanff, M.D.
Contact & Location
727-372-6637
Trinity, FL 34655
Dr. Hanff performs more knee replacement procedures than 35% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #263 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Hanff
Practice. Dr. Stephen Hanff is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Trinity, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 24 knee replacements and 11 hip replacements, 35 procedures in all. That is #263 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 64 in 2018 and stands at 35 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Trinity has 3 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 | 17 | 24 |
| 2014 | 22 | 15 |
| 2015 | 29 | 20 |
| 2016 | 30 | 22 |
| 2017 | 28 | 19 |
| 2018 | 43 | 21 |
| 2019 | 33 | 28 |
| 2020 | 25 | 15 |
| 2021 | 23 | 20 |
| 2022 | 22 | 13 |
| 2023 | 26 | 18 |
| 2024 | 11 | 24 |
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. Hanff Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hanff's recorded volume peaked at 64 procedures in 2018 and stood at 35 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hanff
How does Dr. Hanff's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Hanff has performed 35 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. Hanff ranks #342 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hanff perform?
Dr. Hanff's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hanff in Trinity?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Trinity 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. Hanff 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. Hanff's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 150 procedures against the 35 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. Hanff's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Hanff's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 64 procedures in 2018 and was 35 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Hanff perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hanff's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hanff affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hanff is affiliated with Hca Florida Trinity Hospital, Adventhealth North Pinellas, Morton Plant Hospital.
How does Dr. Hanff compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Trinity?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Trinity, Dr. Hanff ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hanff has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hanff practices?
Hca Florida Trinity Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth North Pinellas (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Morton Plant Hospital (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 Trinity, Florida
Dr. Hanff's 35 Medicare procedures are above the Trinity average of 23. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Trinity.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jennifer Cook | 23 | Knee |
| Dr. Troy Pashuck | 11 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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