Shoulder
Dr. Caleb Davis, M.D.
Dr. Caleb Davis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bowling Green, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Davis has performed 34 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #12 in Kentucky.
In Kentucky, Dr. Davis performs near average in shoulder (34 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Davis's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 34 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.
Bowling Green is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bowling Green area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Davis first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Davis's 34 verified procedures is above the national average of 28.
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. Davis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Contact & Location
Bowling Green, KY 42103
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Davis
How does Dr. Davis's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Davis has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kentucky average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Davis ranks #77 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Davis perform?
Dr. Davis's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 34 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Davis with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Davis ranks #12 in Kentucky for shoulder replacement with 34 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 128 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Davis in Bowling Green?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green 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 Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Davis 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. Davis's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 34 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Davis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Davis is affiliated with Norton Hospital / Norton Healthcare Pavilion / Nor, Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Davis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green, Dr. Davis ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bowling Green has 144 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Davis practices?
Norton Hospital / Norton Healthcare Pavilion / Nor (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital (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 Bowling Green, Kentucky
Dr. Davis's 34 Medicare procedures are below the Bowling Green average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bowling Green.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Patton | 144 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kirk Fee | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Heltsley | 68 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Riley | 49 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Sameer Badarudeen | 40 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Richards | 35 | Knee, Shoulder |
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