Dr. Taylor Lara
Contact & Location
Temple Terrace, FL 33637
Dr. Taylor Lara is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Temple Terrace, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Lara has performed 44 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#89 in Florida) and 33 knee replacements, for a combined total of 77 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Lara performs near average in hip (44 vs 40 avg), below average in knee (33 vs 48 avg).
Dr. Lara's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (44 cases) and knee replacements (33 cases).
Temple Terrace is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Temple Terrace area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Lara also maintains hospital privileges in ID and OR, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Florida.
Medicare records for Dr. Lara extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 42 to 77 in the most recent data, a 83% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lara's 44 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Lara Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lara's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 83% from 42 procedures in 2020 to 77 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. Lara
How does Dr. Lara's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Lara has performed 77 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lara ranks #172 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lara perform?
Dr. Lara's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (44 cases) and knee replacement (33 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lara in Temple Terrace?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace 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. Lara 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. Lara's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 77 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lara's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lara's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 42 procedures in 2020 to 77 in the most recent data, a 83% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 82 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Lara perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lara's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (44 cases), knee replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lara affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lara is affiliated with Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, Saint Alphonsus Medical Center - Nampa, Saint Alphonsus Medical Center Ontario. Dr. Lara maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Lara compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace, Dr. Lara ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Temple Terrace has 193 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lara practices?
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Alphonsus Medical Center - Nampa (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Alphonsus Medical Center Ontario (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Temple Terrace, Florida
Dr. Lara's 77 Medicare procedures are below the Temple Terrace average of 105. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Temple Terrace.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Bernasek | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Grayson | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Palumbo | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Watson | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Mighell | 86 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Frankle | 77 | Shoulder |
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