Shoulder
Dr. Brian Badman, MD
Dr. Brian Badman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fishers, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Badman has performed 94 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #1 in Indiana.
In Indiana, Dr. Badman performs well above average in shoulder (94 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Badman's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 94 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.
Fishers is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fishers area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Badman extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 94 in the most recent data, a 236% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Badman's 94 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 28, ranking #47 nationally.
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. Badman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Fishers, IN 46037
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Badman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 236% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 94 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
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Badman
How does Dr. Badman's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Badman has performed 94 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Badman ranks #41 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Badman perform?
Dr. Badman's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 94 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Badman with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Badman ranks #1 in Indiana for shoulder replacement with 94 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 222 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Badman in Fishers?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Fishers 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Badman 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. Badman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 94 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Badman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Badman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2013 to 94 in the most recent data, a 236% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 94 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Badman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Badman is affiliated with Iu Health West Hospital, Orthoindy Hospital, Ascension St Vincent Anderson, Community Hospital Of Anderson And Madison County, Ascension St Vincent Fishers.
How does Dr. Badman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fishers?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Fishers, Dr. Badman ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Badman is among the highest-volume surgeons in Fishers.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Badman practices?
Iu Health West Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Orthoindy Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension St Vincent Anderson (2 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 Fishers, Indiana
Dr. Badman's 94 Medicare procedures are above the Fishers average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fishers.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Leonard Buller | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Sonn | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aaron Baessler | 16 | Shoulder |
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