Knee
Dr. Jason Shinn, M.D.
Dr. Jason Shinn is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gainesville, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Shinn has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #310 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Shinn performs below average in knee (20 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Shinn's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 20 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. Shinn holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Gainesville is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gainesville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Shinn extend back to 2015, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 20 in the most recent data, a 43% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Shinn's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Shinn Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Gainesville, FL 32607
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shinn's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 43% from 14 procedures in 2015 to 20 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Shinn
How does Dr. Shinn's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Shinn has performed 20 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Florida average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Shinn ranks #414 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shinn perform?
Dr. Shinn's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shinn in Gainesville?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville 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 Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Shinn 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. Shinn's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Shinn's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Shinn's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2015 to 20 in the most recent data, a 43% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 20 procedures in 2017.
How does Dr. Shinn compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville, Dr. Shinn ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Gainesville has 117 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Gainesville, Florida
Dr. Shinn's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Gainesville average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gainesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Tristan Altbuch | 117 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Petty | 93 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Lombardo | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hari Parvataneni | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James McFadden | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hernan Prieto Saavedra | 65 | Hip, Knee |
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