Dr. Victor Hernandez, M.D., M.Sc.
Contact & Location
305-689-4869
Miami, FL 33136
Dr. Hernandez performs more knee replacement procedures than 65% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #141 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Hernandez
Practice. Dr. Victor Hernandez is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Miami, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 47 knee replacements and 30 hip replacements, 77 procedures in all. That is #141 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 10 years. Volume peaked at 189 in 2014 and stands at 77 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 47 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Miami has 19 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 65 | 124 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 15 |
| 2017 | 15 | 20 |
| 2018 | 21 | 14 |
| 2019 | 15 | 14 |
| 2020 | 15 | 22 |
| 2021 | 22 | 37 |
| 2022 | 29 | 43 |
| 2023 | 30 | 34 |
| 2024 | 30 | 47 |
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. Hernandez Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hernandez's recorded volume peaked at 189 procedures in 2014 and stood at 77 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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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hernandez
How does Dr. Hernandez's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Hernandez has performed 77 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hernandez ranks #173 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hernandez perform?
Dr. Hernandez's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases) and hip replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hernandez in Miami?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Miami 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. Hernandez 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. Hernandez's total volume across all insurers at roughly 260 to 320 procedures against the 77 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. Hernandez's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Hernandez's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 189 procedures in 2014 and was 77 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. Hernandez perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hernandez's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hernandez affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Univ Of Miami Hospital And Clinics-Sylvester Compr, Doctors Hospital, Jackson Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Hernandez compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Miami?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Miami, Dr. Hernandez ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Miami has 234 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hernandez practices?
Doctors Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Jackson Memorial Hospital (1 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 Miami, Florida
Dr. Hernandez's 77 Medicare procedures are below the Miami average of 126. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Miami.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Van Der Ven | 234 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yoav Zvi | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Lawrie | 126 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Juan Suarez | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karim Sabeh | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Barra | 80 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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