Dr. Ammar Anbari, M.D.
Contact & Location
860-889-7345
North Franklin, CT 06254
Dr. Anbari performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 69% of orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #8 of 26 ranked shoulder surgeons in Connecticut.
About Dr. Anbari
Practice. Dr. Ammar Anbari is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Franklin, Connecticut. The latest annual CMS data records 33 shoulder replacements and 23 knee replacements, 56 procedures in all. That is #8 in Connecticut for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 40 procedures a year to 56, up 40%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 33 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. North Franklin has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 21 | 19 |
| 2014 | 29 | 23 |
| 2015 | 23 | 19 |
| 2016 | 43 | 35 |
| 2017 | 28 | 39 |
| 2018 | 29 | 40 |
| 2019 | 28 | 38 |
| 2020 | 24 | 35 |
| 2021 | 21 | 23 |
| 2022 | 23 | 34 |
| 2023 | 22 | 33 |
| 2024 | 23 | 33 |
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. Anbari Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Anbari's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 40% from 40 procedures in 2013 to 56 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
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Anbari
How does Dr. Anbari's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Anbari has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Connecticut average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Anbari ranks #33 out of 94 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Anbari perform?
Dr. Anbari's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (33 cases) and knee replacement (23 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Anbari with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Anbari ranks #8 in Connecticut for shoulder replacement with 33 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 94 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Anbari in North Franklin?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in North Franklin 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 Connecticut surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Anbari 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. Anbari's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 210 procedures against the 56 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. Anbari's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Anbari's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 40 procedures in 2013 to 56 in the most recent data, a 40% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 78 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Anbari perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Anbari's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (33 cases), knee replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Anbari affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Anbari is affiliated with William W Backus Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Day Kimball Hospital, Middlesex Hospital, Windham Comm Mem Hosp & Hatch Hosp.
How does Dr. Anbari compare to other orthopedic surgeons in North Franklin?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in North Franklin, Dr. Anbari ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Anbari is among the highest-volume surgeons in North Franklin.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Anbari practices?
William W Backus Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lawrence & Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Day Kimball Hospital (3 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 North Franklin, Connecticut
Dr. Anbari's 56 Medicare procedures are below the North Franklin average of 67. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in North Franklin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Stanat | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Green | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nimit Patel | 47 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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