Dr. William Pujadas, M.D.
Contact & Location
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Dr. William Pujadas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jacksonville, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Pujadas has completed 55 knee replacements (#114 in Florida), 48 hip replacements, and 30 shoulder replacements, totaling 133 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Pujadas performs near average in knee (55 vs 48 avg), above average in hip (48 vs 40 avg), near average in shoulder (30 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Pujadas performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (55 cases), followed by hip replacements (48) and shoulder replacements (30).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Pujadas holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Jacksonville is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Jacksonville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Pujadas extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 98 to 133 in the most recent data, a 36% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pujadas's 55 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Pujadas Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pujadas's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 36% from 98 procedures in 2013 to 133 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. Pujadas
How does Dr. Pujadas's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Pujadas has performed 133 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pujadas ranks #78 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pujadas perform?
Dr. Pujadas performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (48 cases), shoulder replacement (30 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pujadas in Jacksonville?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Jacksonville 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. Pujadas 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. Pujadas's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 133 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pujadas's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pujadas's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 98 procedures in 2013 to 133 in the most recent data, a 36% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 170 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Pujadas perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pujadas's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (48 cases), shoulder replacement (30 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Pujadas among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pujadas affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pujadas is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Baptist Medical Center - Beaches, Baptist Medical Center - Nassau.
How does Dr. Pujadas compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Jacksonville?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Jacksonville, Dr. Pujadas ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Jacksonville has 266 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pujadas practices?
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Medical Center - Beaches (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Medical Center - Nassau (5 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 Jacksonville, Florida
Dr. Pujadas's 133 Medicare procedures are below the Jacksonville average of 172. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Jacksonville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Redmond | 266 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Frykberg | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Phillip Bell | 171 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Cedric Ortiguera | 164 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gavan Duffy | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Luke Spencer-Gardner | 122 | Hip |
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