Dr. Thomas Bendowski, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Thomas Bendowski is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Crystal River, Florida. In 2023, Dr. Bendowski performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#194 in Florida) and 22 hip replacements (#186 in Florida), for a combined total of 56 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
34 verified cases
#194 in Florida
Hip Replacement
22 verified cases
#186 in Florida

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Bendowski

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (56 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Bendowski, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 352-795-4422
6480 W Gulf To Lake Hwy
Crystal River, FL 34429
NPI: 1366628711
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 18 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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