Dr. Amir Shahien, M.D.
Contact & Location
205-939-3699
Birmingham, AL 35205
Boston, MA 02118
Dr. Shahien performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 66% of orthopedic surgeons in Alabama, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #9 of 27 ranked shoulder surgeons in Alabama.
About Dr. Shahien
Practice. Dr. Amir Shahien is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Birmingham, Alabama. The latest annual CMS data records 22 shoulder replacements. That is #9 in Alabama for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2015.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume has held between 13 and 22 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 22 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Birmingham has 29 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 20 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 13 |
| 2024 | 0 | 22 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Shahien Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shahien's procedure volume has been consistent across 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 22 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 22 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Alabama average is 44 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Shahien ranks #87 out of 126 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 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Shahien with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Shahien ranks #9 in Alabama for shoulder replacement with 22 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 126 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shahien in Birmingham?
Yes. There are 29 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 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Shahien's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 22 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. Shahien's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Shahien's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 22 procedures per year between 2022 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
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, Optim Medical Center - Tattnall. 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 29 orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham, Dr. Shahien ranks #18 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); Optim Medical Center - Tattnall (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). 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 22 Medicare procedures are below the Birmingham average of 84. 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 | 118 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Davis | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Orr | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Adkison | 71 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Billy McGough | 62 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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