Dr. Shah Fahad, M.D.
Contact & Location
Denver, CO 80210
Dr. Shah Fahad is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Fahad has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#102 in Colorado) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 30 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Fahad performs below average in knee (18 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Fahad's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (18 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Denver is home to 21 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Denver area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Fahad first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Fahad's 18 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. Fahad Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Fahad
How does Dr. Fahad's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Fahad has performed 30 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Colorado average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Fahad ranks #118 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fahad perform?
Dr. Fahad's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Fahad in Denver?
Yes. There are 21 orthopedic surgeons in Denver 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. Fahad 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. Fahad's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Fahad perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Fahad's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Fahad compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Denver?
Among the 21 orthopedic surgeons in Denver, Dr. Fahad ranks #17 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Denver has 129 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Denver, Colorado
Dr. Fahad's 30 Medicare procedures are below the Denver average of 95. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Denver.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Larkin | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Miner | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dennis Chang | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Parks | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charlie Yang | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Jennings | 91 | Hip, Knee |
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