Dr. Charles Lobrano, MD
Contact & Location
Shreveport, LA 71101
Dr. Charles Lobrano is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Shreveport, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Lobrano has performed 64 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#18 in Louisiana) and 61 hip replacements, for a combined total of 125 procedures.
In Louisiana, Dr. Lobrano performs above average in knee (64 vs 41 avg), well above average in hip (61 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Lobrano's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (64 cases) and hip replacements (61 cases).
Shreveport is home to 16 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. Lobrano also maintains hospital privileges in LA and TX, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Louisiana.
Medicare records for Dr. Lobrano extend back to 2018, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 58 to 125 in the most recent data, a 116% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lobrano's 64 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Lobrano Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lobrano's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 116% from 58 procedures in 2018 to 125 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lobrano
How does Dr. Lobrano's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Lobrano has performed 125 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Louisiana average of 54 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lobrano ranks #9 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lobrano perform?
Dr. Lobrano's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (64 cases) and hip replacement (61 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Lobrano with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Lobrano ranks #18 in Louisiana for knee replacement with 64 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 104 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lobrano in Shreveport?
Yes. There are 16 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. Lobrano 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. Lobrano's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 125 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lobrano's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lobrano's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 58 procedures in 2018 to 125 in the most recent data, a 116% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 134 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Lobrano perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lobrano's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (64 cases), hip replacement (61 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lobrano affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lobrano is affiliated with Specialists Hospital Shreveport, Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport, Willis Knighton Medical Center, Inc, Christus St Michael Health System, Springhill Medical Center. Dr. Lobrano maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Lobrano compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport, Dr. Lobrano ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Shreveport has 303 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lobrano practices?
Specialists Hospital Shreveport (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Willis Knighton Medical Center, Inc (3 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. Lobrano's 125 Medicare procedures are below the Shreveport average of 139. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Shreveport.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Atchison | 303 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Cambize Shahrdar | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Googe | 127 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Pearson | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Talbert | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Feibel | 77 | Hip, Knee |
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