Knee
Dr. Shaun Traub, M.D.
Dr. Shaun Traub is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Decatur, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Traub has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #158 in Georgia.
In Georgia, Dr. Traub performs below average in knee (17 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Traub's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 17 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.
Decatur is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Decatur area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Traub extend back to 2013, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 17 in the most recent data, a 55% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Traub's 17 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. Traub Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
Decatur, GA 30030
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Traub's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 55% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 17 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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Traub
How does Dr. Traub's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Traub has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Georgia average is 55 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Traub ranks #199 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Traub perform?
Dr. Traub's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Traub in Decatur?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Decatur 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 Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Traub 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. Traub's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Traub's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Traub's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 17 in the most recent data, a 55% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 25 procedures in 2015.
Which hospitals is Dr. Traub affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Traub is affiliated with Piedmont Eastside Medical Center.
How does Dr. Traub compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Decatur?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Decatur, Dr. Traub ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Decatur has 51 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Traub practices?
Piedmont Eastside Medical Center (1 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 Decatur, Georgia
Dr. Traub's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Decatur average of 27. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Decatur.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lawrence Bircoll | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeff Traub | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Maurice Jove | 21 | Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Haraszti | 16 | Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Huttman | 16 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Nathan Jove | 15 | Knee |
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