Shoulder
Dr. Reaves Crabtree
Dr. Reaves Crabtree is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Birmingham, Alabama. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Crabtree has performed 27 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #6 in Alabama.
In Alabama, Dr. Crabtree performs near average in shoulder (27 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Crabtree's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 27 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. Crabtree first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Crabtree's 27 verified procedures is near the national average of 28.
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. Crabtree Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Contact & Location
Birmingham, AL 35205
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Crabtree
How does Dr. Crabtree's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. Crabtree has performed 27 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. Crabtree ranks #82 out of 129 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Crabtree perform?
Dr. Crabtree's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 27 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Crabtree with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Crabtree ranks #6 in Alabama for shoulder replacement with 27 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 129 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Crabtree 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. Crabtree 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. Crabtree's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Crabtree affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Crabtree is affiliated with St Vincent'S Birmingham.
How does Dr. Crabtree compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham, Dr. Crabtree ranks #22 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. Crabtree practices?
St Vincent'S Birmingham (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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. Crabtree's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Birmingham average of 80. 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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