Dr. Benton Emblom, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Benton Emblom is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Birmingham, Alabama. In 2023, Dr. Emblom performed 42 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#9 in Alabama) and 19 knee replacements (#78 in Alabama), for a combined total of 61 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
42 verified cases
#9 in Alabama
Knee Replacement
19 verified cases
#78 in Alabama

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Emblom

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (61 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Emblom, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 205-939-3699
805 Saint Vincents Dr
Birmingham, AL 35205
NPI: 1588873350
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.