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Michele Raul D'Apuzzo

Michele Raul D'Apuzzo, MD

Knee Orthopedic SurgeryHip Orthopedic SurgeryHip and Knee Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics (ages 70+)

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

About Michele Raul D'Apuzzo

Roles

Director of Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Fellowship Program

Honors and Awards

Clinical Excellence Award, Hospital for Special Surgery

John Insall Award, The Knee Society

Achievement Award, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

Resident Leadership Program, The American Orthopaedic Association

Faculty Research Award, Mayo Clinic

Best Poster, Mid-America Orthopedic Association

2nd Prize Fellow Research Competition, Florida Orthopedic Society

1st Prize Fellow Research Competition, Florida Orthopedic Society

Resident and Fellow Travel Award, Eastern Orthopedic Association

1st Prize Resident & Fellow Research Competition, Florida Orthopedic Society

Dr Miguel Perez Carreno Award, Venezuelan Surgery Society

Dr Fernando Ruben Coronil Award, Venezuelan Surgery Society

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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Hospital for Special Surgery, Adult Reconstructive Surgery, 2014
  • Residency: University of Virginia, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2013
  • Residency: Mayo Clinic, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2010
  • Research Program: Mayo Clinic, Orthopaedic Research, 2008
  • Residency: Mayo Clinic, General Surgery, 2007
  • Medical School: Universidad Central de Venezuela, 2000

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Insurance

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  • Aetna - WC
  • Aetna Affiliates/Signature Adm. (ASA)
  • Aetna Behavioral Health
  • Aetna Elect Choice (EPO)
  • Aetna-FL Healthy Kids
  • Aetna-HMO
  • Aetna-Medicaid HMO
  • Aetna-Medicare HMO
  • Aetna-Medicare PPO
  • Aetna-POS
  • Aetna-PPO
  • Aetna-UM Employee-HMO 1
  • Aetna-UM Employee-HMO 2
  • Aetna-UM Employee-POS HRA
  • Aetna/Coventry - Institutes of Excellence (IOE)
  • Amerigroup-FL Healthy Kids
  • Amerigroup-Medicaid HMO
  • Argus Vision
  • AvMed Choice
  • AvMed-HMO/POS
  • AvMed-MDC and JHS Groups
  • AvMed-Medicare HMO
  • AXIS
  • BCBS Blue Options-Network Blue-PPO
  • BCBS BlueCare-HealthOptions HMO
  • BCBS BlueChoice PPC-PPO
  • BCBS Miami Dade Blue-PPO
  • BCBS of FL - except "SELECT" Plans
  • BCBS of FL (Commercial plans exclude HIX Select)
  • BCBS Traditional-PHS-PPO
  • Beacon Health (FKA ValueOption)
  • Beech Street-PPO
  • Broward Health Medical Center
  • CarePlus-Medicare HMO
  • Catholic Hospice
  • CCP-CMS Title XIX (Medicaid Enrolled in South Florida)
  • CCP-CMS Title XXI (Non-Medicaid Enrolled in South Florida)
  • CCP-MMA (Broward County residents)
  • Charlotte County Sheriff's Office-PPO
  • Cigna Affiliates
  • Cigna Behavioral Health
  • Cigna Dental-HMO and PPO
  • Cigna Life Source (Intracorp is part of Cigna Lifesource)
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  • Cigna-EPO
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  • Cigna-MDCPS Jackson Sr. High
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  • Clear Health Alliance-SNP Medicaid HMO
  • CompCare (Comprehensive Behavioral Care)
  • Concordia Behavioral Health
  • CorVel - WC
  • Coventry First Health - WC
  • Coventry Health Care of FL (HIP)-HMO/POS
  • Coventry Health Care of FL (HIP)-PPO
  • Coventry Health Plan of FL (Foundation)-HMO
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  • Coventry National-PPO
  • Coventry Summit-Medicare HMO
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  • Delta Dental-PPO
  • DentaQuest (ADI)
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  • Dimension - WC
  • Dimension Plus-PPO
  • EHN - PPO
  • EQUIAN (fka Health Systems International)
  • Europe Assistance/Global Corporate Solutions
  • eyeQuest
  • FCCI - WC
  • Florida Healthcare Plan (Affiliate of BCBSFL)
  • Florida PACE (FPC)
  • Freedom Health-Medicaid HMO
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  • Gallagher Bassett - WC (MDCPS & FCSRMC)
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  • HAA Preferred Partners
  • Health First Health-HMO/POS
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  • Health First Health-PPO
  • Health Net Veterans Choice HMO
  • Heritage Summit Healthcare - WC
  • Humana - HUMx
  • Humana Behavioral Health (fka LifeSynch)
  • Humana Dental/CompBenefits/OHS
  • Humana National Transplant
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  • Interlink Health Services
  • International Kids Fund (IKF)
  • League Medical Concepts-Federal Inmates
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  • Magellan Complete Care-SNP Medicaid HMO
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  • Metlife Dental-PPO
  • MHNet Behavioral Network
  • Molina
  • Molina - Market Place
  • Molina-Medicaid HMO
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  • Morgan White International
  • MultiPlan-PPO
  • Naphcare (Federal Prisoners)
  • National Healthcare Solutions Inc.
  • Neighborhood HealthPlan-HMO/POS
  • Neighborhood HealthPlan-PPO
  • North Broward Hospital District-PPO
  • Olympus Managed Healthcare
  • Optum
  • Positive Healthcare-SNP Medicaid HMO
  • Positive Healthcare-SNP Medicare HMO
  • Prestige Health Choice-Medicaid HMO
  • Prime Health Services - WC
  • Quality Health Management
  • Religious Order of Jehovah's Witnesses-PPO
  • Rockport Healthcare Group - WC
  • Royal Caribbean Cruises-PPO
  • Sanus Health Corporation
  • Simply Healthcare-Medicaid HMO
  • Solstice Dental-HMO and PPO
  • Start Healthcare Network
  • Sunshine
  • Sunshine - AMBETTER
  • Sunshine-Healthy Kids HMO
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  • United Behavioral Health (UBH)
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  • UnitedHealthcare-PPO
  • University of Miami Athletic Dept-PPO
  • VUMI
  • Wellcare/Staywell-Healthy Kids HMO
  • Wellcare/Staywell-Medicaid HMO
  • Wexford Health-State Inmates
  • Worldwide Managed Care

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

533 ratings, 95 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/7/2026

    Excellent service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2026

    Excellent experience in all

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2026

    Dr D’Apuzzo is the best doctor I’ve ever seen. He treats me and my wife like family.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/5/2026

    The attention was prompt , and efficient . I will have hip surgery on the 18 th of this month .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Everything was very good and professional. Love it and would come back again the doctor on the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    Excelente

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Excelente

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Amazing!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/27/2025

    Amazing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    I'd wish all medical experiences were as great as UM Healthcare

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Am very satisfied with Dr. Michele R D’ Apuzzo. Kind, concerned, empathetic, and able to give sincere options of treatment. Am definitely going back to my 3 month follow-up appointment!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    When I look at reviews for my job I tend to minimize the five stars and prefer to look at the criticisms that I have none for you it was a great experience thank you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/13/2025

    Highly impressed

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/10/2025

    MY PROVIDER GAVE ME THE EXACT TREATMENT.I NEEDED IMMEDIATELY.THANK YOU FOR SUCH IMMEDIATE ATTENTION TO MY MEDICAL TREATMENT IN PLACE

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/10/2025

    Excellence is the most outstanding feature of Dr D’Apuzzo and his team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    First class, just love it!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    The experience was wonderful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    My experience was absolutely great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    Dr. D'Apuzzo is an excellent surgeon. He is very compassionate and caring and always explains everything very well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    My doctor was exceptional. I felt very comfortable and felt he listened and understood my concerns!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    Extremely caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    I’m truly happy with my care here at Uhealth its be very good TY

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    In general very good service. Very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    OK

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    Everything was very good 👍

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    Exelente

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Clinician explained issues, proposed current and ongoing treatment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    He listens & addressed my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Excelente

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    I have received excellent care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Dr D’Apuzzo is a very intelligent and gentle doctor who spend time with me and explains very well and I know he really cares about the results that he gets after surgery for each and everyone of his patients. And he also explains how the recovery and rehabilitation . So you will know and you are always in his care before , during and after your hip replacement .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Excellent. Caring and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Excellent as usual from Uhealth

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    I am satisfied with the attention and care I received…

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Very satisfied first visit and scheduling my surgery was made to fit my schedule.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    yes, Dr, brought clarity.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    The doctor listened to all my concerns and explained everything so I could understand what was going on. Not only very caring but professional. I feel I can trust him and have confidence now to have surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    Fast

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Dr. D'Apuzzo is absolutely wonderful, very encouraging regarding my recuperation and always available to answer questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Dr. Michele D'Apuzzo is the best surgeon you can dream of! Professional, caring, capable! This surgeon gave me back my health

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    You're better than Mount Sinai

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    Excelente

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Excelente

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/5/2025

    Son extraordinarios

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Dr D’Apuzzo is nice and understands what I need . He recommends that I should try ablation for my knee . I really thankful for that because that what I need for my painful knee every day for 2 years already .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    They are extraordinary

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Excelente atención

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    He’s great. Explains the situation and all possible options

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    My doctor first time I met him fairy, professional, and good bedside manners and presents

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    VERY GOOD PROFESSIONAL AND EXCELLENT SURGEON

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Muchas Gracias.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2025

    Exceptional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/31/2025

    All excellent

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/25/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/25/2025

    Dr. D'Apuzzo and his team are very professional, friendly and dedicated... I congratulate you and recommend you 100%

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/25/2025

    Orthopedic Doctor Michele D'Apuzzo is one of the best Orthopedists at the U-M. I give him the highest scale, he attends well, very friendly, polite and explains to you the type of follow-up for the pains we have. He operated on both knees, excellent doctor, I congratulate you for having them in your hospital. It is the best and above all very humble.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/24/2025

    All my experiences in this regard are very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/16/2025

    Dr. D'Apuzzo was very nice very knowledgeable and very understanding. He always had million dollar smile on his face. I highly recommend him to everyone.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/9/2025

    I loved the good doctor, great professional, excellent as well as his team. I did very well in the surgery, very grateful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2025

    Very good service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2025

    Excellent service and with a lot of professionalism

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2025

    Dr. D'Apuzzo is excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/29/2024

    Dr.D'apuzzo Excellent doctor very professional cares about the health of the patient

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/22/2024

    Very good experiences, I felt very good and satisfied with everything I received there

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/22/2024

    An exemplary, caring, knowledgeable physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/14/2024

    I am very grateful for all Dr D'Apuzzo did to heal my knee. He is an amazing doctor. All the very best for him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2024

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2024

    I recommend it 100%

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/15/2024

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2024

    Everything was perfect

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/5/2024

    I would recommend Dr. D' Apuzzo 100 percent! He is great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2024

    I felt very well taken care of thanks and blessings

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2024

    All very kind thank you for your attention

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/21/2024

    Excellence Dr

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2024

    The best doctor Dr D Apuzzo

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/31/2024

    Dr D'apuzzo is awesome. I completely trust him with my health and would highly recommend him to anyone.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2024

    I have recommended him for his expertise, bedside manner, and generosity with patients, a great doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2024

    Buen especialista.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/17/2024

    Excellent doctor Michele

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2024

    Buena

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2024

    Buena experiencia

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2024

    Excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2024

    The Dr is an excellent professional, very dedicated to the patient. Listen carefully to one's needs and concerns. Thank you Doctor for giving me trust and respect.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2024

    The best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2024

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2024

    All good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2024

    I recommend to all my family members. He is the best option for medical and professional care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2024

    The doctor was very approachable and patient, I asked a lot and very kindly answered all my concerns clearly, I left very satisfied and convinced that he will be the doctor who will intervene when I am ready for the operation

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/15/2024

    Good