Dr. Shervin Oskouei, MD
Contact & Location
404-778-3350
Atlanta, GA 30329
About Dr. Oskouei
Dr. Shervin Oskouei is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Atlanta, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Oskouei performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#87 in Georgia) and 20 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Oskouei performs near the state average in knee (32 vs 40), below the state average in hip (20 vs 33).
Dr. Oskouei's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (32 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Atlanta is home to 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Atlanta area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Oskouei's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 105 procedures in 2019 before settling at 52 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Oskouei's 32 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. Oskouei Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Oskouei's recorded volume peaked at 105 procedures in 2019 and stood at 52 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Oskouei
How does Dr. Oskouei's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Oskouei has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Oskouei ranks #91 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Oskouei perform?
Dr. Oskouei's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Oskouei in Atlanta?
Yes. There are 30 orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta 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. Oskouei 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. Oskouei's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Oskouei's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Oskouei's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 105 procedures in 2019 and was 52 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Oskouei perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Oskouei's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Oskouei affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Oskouei is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown.
How does Dr. Oskouei compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta, Dr. Oskouei ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Atlanta has 249 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Oskouei practices?
Emory University Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Emory University Hospital Midtown (2 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 Atlanta, Georgia
Dr. Oskouei's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Atlanta average of 156. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Atlanta.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Hanna | 249 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Bradbury | 207 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Peretz | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Smith | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Greg Erens | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Oren Goltzer | 122 | Hip, Knee |
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