Dr. Drew Lansdown, M.D.
Contact & Location
415-476-6043
San Francisco, CA 94143
Dr. Lansdown performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 53% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #65 of 139 ranked shoulder surgeons in California.
About Dr. Lansdown
Dr. Drew Lansdown is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Francisco, California. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Lansdown performed 24 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #65 in California.
In California, Dr. Lansdown performs below the state average in shoulder (24 vs 31).
Dr. Lansdown's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 24 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.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Lansdown holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
San Francisco is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the San Francisco area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Lansdown extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 24 in the most recent data, a 118% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lansdown's 24 verified procedures is near the national average of 29.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 24 |
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. Lansdown Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lansdown's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 118% from 11 procedures in 2017 to 24 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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lansdown
How does Dr. Lansdown's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Lansdown has performed 24 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The California average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Lansdown ranks #439 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lansdown perform?
Dr. Lansdown's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 24 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lansdown in San Francisco?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in San Francisco 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 California surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lansdown 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. Lansdown's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 24 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. Lansdown's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lansdown's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2017 to 24 in the most recent data, a 118% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 24 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lansdown affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lansdown is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center, Adventist Health Mendocino Coast, Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, Marinhealth Medical Center.
How does Dr. Lansdown compare to other orthopedic surgeons in San Francisco?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in San Francisco, Dr. Lansdown ranks #18 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in San Francisco has 201 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lansdown practices?
Ucsf Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventist Health Mendocino Coast (1 out of 5 CMS stars); Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (2 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 San Francisco, California
Dr. Lansdown's 24 Medicare procedures are below the San Francisco average of 130. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in San Francisco.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Barry | 201 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Derek Ward | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Callander | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Erik Hansen | 133 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Cox | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Belzer | 88 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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