Dr. Joshua Shapiro, MD
Contact & Location
Golden, CO 80401
Dr. Joshua Shapiro is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Golden, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Shapiro has performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#60 in Colorado) and 31 hip replacements, for a combined total of 66 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Shapiro performs below average in knee (35 vs 48 avg), near average in hip (31 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Shapiro's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (31 cases).
Golden is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Golden area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Shapiro extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 42 to 66 in the most recent data, a 57% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Shapiro's 35 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Shapiro Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shapiro's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 57% from 42 procedures in 2022 to 66 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Shapiro
How does Dr. Shapiro's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Shapiro has performed 66 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Shapiro ranks #60 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shapiro perform?
Dr. Shapiro's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shapiro in Golden?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Golden 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 Colorado surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 66 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Shapiro's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Shapiro's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 42 procedures in 2022 to 66 in the most recent data, a 57% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 66 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Shapiro perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Shapiro's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shapiro affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with Adventhealth Littleton, Orthocolorado Hosp At St Anthony Med Campus, St Anthony Hospital.
How does Dr. Shapiro compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Golden?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Golden, Dr. Shapiro ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Golden has 184 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shapiro practices?
Adventhealth Littleton (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Orthocolorado Hosp At St Anthony Med Campus (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Anthony Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Golden, Colorado
Dr. Shapiro's 66 Medicare procedures are below the Golden average of 101. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Golden.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jesse Chrastil | 184 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremy Kinder | 113 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Thomas | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Lammens | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Gold | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nimesh Patel | 60 | Hip, Knee |
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