Shoulder
Dr. Amir Shahien, M.D.
Dr. Amir Shahien is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Birmingham, Alabama. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Shahien has performed 13 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #25 in Alabama.
In Alabama, Dr. Shahien performs below average in shoulder (13 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Shahien's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 13 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Birmingham is home to 28 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Birmingham area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Shahien first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Shahien's 13 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Shahien Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Contact & Location
Birmingham, AL 35205
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shahien has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Shahien
How does Dr. Shahien's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. Shahien has performed 13 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Alabama average is 47 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Shahien ranks #119 out of 129 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shahien perform?
Dr. Shahien's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shahien in Birmingham?
Yes. There are 28 orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham 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 Alabama surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Shahien 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. Shahien's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shahien affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shahien is affiliated with St Joseph'S Hospital - Savannah, Memorial Health Meadows Hospital. Dr. Shahien maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Shahien compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham, Dr. Shahien ranks #28 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Birmingham has 143 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shahien practices?
St Joseph'S Hospital - Savannah (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Health Meadows Hospital (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 Birmingham, Alabama
Dr. Shahien's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Birmingham average of 78. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Birmingham.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Moore | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Worthen | 95 | Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Davis | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Adkison | 81 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Billy McGough | 64 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Benton Emblom | 61 | Hip, Knee |
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