Dr. Thomas Bendowski, M.D.
Dr. Thomas Bendowski is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Crystal River, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Bendowski has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#196 in Florida) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Bendowski performs below average in knee (34 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Bendowski's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Dr. Bendowski is the only orthopedic surgeon in Crystal River represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Bendowski's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 82 procedures in 2017 before settling at 56 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Bendowski's 34 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Bendowski Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Crystal River, FL 34429
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bendowski's recorded volume peaked at 82 procedures in 2017 and stood at 56 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bendowski
How does Dr. Bendowski's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Bendowski has performed 56 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. Bendowski ranks #231 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bendowski perform?
Dr. Bendowski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Where is Dr. Bendowski's practice located?
Dr. Bendowski practices in Crystal River, Florida. The office is located at 6480 W Gulf To Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Bendowski for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bendowski 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. Bendowski's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bendowski's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bendowski's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 82 procedures in 2017 and was 56 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. Bendowski perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bendowski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bendowski affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bendowski is affiliated with Hca Florida Citrus Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bendowski practices?
Hca Florida Citrus Hospital (2 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.
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