Dr. Benjamin Feibel, MD
Dr. Benjamin Feibel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Shreveport, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Feibel has performed 52 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#7 in Louisiana) and 32 knee replacements, for a combined total of 84 procedures.
In Louisiana, Dr. Feibel performs above average in hip (52 vs 28 avg), near average in knee (32 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Feibel's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (52 cases) and knee replacements (32 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Feibel holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Shreveport is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Shreveport area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Feibel first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Feibel's 52 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Feibel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Contact & Location
Shreveport, LA 71105
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Feibel has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Feibel
How does Dr. Feibel's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Feibel has performed 84 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Louisiana average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Feibel ranks #17 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Feibel perform?
Dr. Feibel's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (52 cases) and knee replacement (32 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Feibel with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Feibel ranks #7 in Louisiana for hip replacement with 52 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 118 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Feibel in Shreveport?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport 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 Louisiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Feibel 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. Feibel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 84 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Feibel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Feibel's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (52 cases), knee replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Feibel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Feibel is affiliated with Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System.
How does Dr. Feibel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport, Dr. Feibel ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Shreveport has 312 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Feibel practices?
Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System (4 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 Shreveport, Louisiana
Dr. Feibel's 84 Medicare procedures are below the Shreveport average of 142. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Shreveport.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Atchison | 312 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Cambize Shahrdar | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Lobrano | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Googe | 128 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Edward Morgan | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Talbert | 83 | Hip, Knee |
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