Dr. Justin Givens, M.D.
Contact & Location
502-852-6902
Louisville, KY 40292
Dr. Givens performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 76% of orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #10 of 42 ranked shoulder surgeons in Kentucky.
About Dr. Givens
Practice. Dr. Justin Givens is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Louisville, Kentucky. The latest annual CMS data records 43 shoulder replacements. That is #10 in Kentucky for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2017.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 23 procedures a year to 43, up 87%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 43 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Louisville has 40 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Givens also holds hospital privileges in KY and IN, a practice that extends beyond Kentucky.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 43 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Givens Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Givens's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 87% from 23 procedures in 2022 to 43 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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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. Givens
How does Dr. Givens's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Givens has performed 43 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. Givens ranks #65 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Givens perform?
Dr. Givens's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 43 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Givens with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Givens ranks #10 in Kentucky for shoulder replacement with 43 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 128 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Givens in Louisville?
Yes. There are 40 orthopedic surgeons in Louisville 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. Givens represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Givens's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 150 procedures against the 43 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Givens's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Givens's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 23 procedures in 2022 to 43 in the most recent data, a 87% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 43 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Givens affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Givens is affiliated with Norton Hospital / Norton Healthcare Pavilion / Nor, Norton Clark Hospital, Norton-King'S Daughters' Health. Dr. Givens maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Givens compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Louisville?
Among the 40 orthopedic surgeons in Louisville, Dr. Givens ranks #22 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Louisville has 323 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Givens practices?
Norton Hospital / Norton Healthcare Pavilion / Nor (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Norton Clark Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Norton-King'S Daughters' Health (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 Louisville, Kentucky
Dr. Givens's 43 Medicare procedures are below the Louisville average of 213. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Louisville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Yerasimides | 323 | Hip |
| Dr. Reid Brown | 300 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Sweet | 276 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Greene | 215 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Goodin | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Krupp | 144 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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