Dr. Shelden Martin, M.D.
Contact & Location
602-648-5444
Chandler, AZ 85226
Dr. Martin performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 58% of orthopedic surgeons in Arizona, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #26 of 62 ranked shoulder surgeons in Arizona.
About Dr. Martin
Dr. Shelden Martin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chandler, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Martin performed 26 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#26 in Arizona) and 18 knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 44 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Martin performs near the state average in shoulder (26 vs 31), below the state average in knee (18 vs 49).
Dr. Martin's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (26 cases) and knee replacements (18 cases).
Chandler is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chandler area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Martin extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 44 in the most recent data, a 132% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Martin's 26 verified procedures is near the national average of 29.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 19 |
| 2015 | 0 | 22 |
| 2016 | 0 | 30 |
| 2017 | 0 | 37 |
| 2018 | 0 | 24 |
| 2019 | 16 | 22 |
| 2020 | 19 | 21 |
| 2021 | 17 | 28 |
| 2022 | 15 | 20 |
| 2023 | 14 | 28 |
| 2024 | 18 | 26 |
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, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Martin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Martin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 132% from 19 procedures in 2014 to 44 in the most recent data.
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. Martin
How does Dr. Martin's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Martin has performed 44 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arizona average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Martin ranks #113 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Martin perform?
Dr. Martin's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (26 cases) and knee replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Martin in Chandler?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Chandler 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 Arizona surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Martin 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, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Martin's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 170 procedures against the 44 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. Martin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Martin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2014 to 44 in the most recent data, a 132% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 45 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Martin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Martin's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (26 cases), knee replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Martin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Martin is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center.
How does Dr. Martin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chandler?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Chandler, Dr. Martin ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Martin is among the highest-volume surgeons in Chandler.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Martin practices?
Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center (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 Chandler, Arizona
Dr. Martin's 44 Medicare procedures are below the Chandler average of 55. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chandler.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Danton Dungy | 148 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Fox | 84 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Eric Eifler | 21 | Knee |
| Dr. David Stewart | 19 | Knee |
| Dr. Doug Clouse | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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