Dr. Edward Morgan, MD
Contact & Location
Shreveport, LA 71105
Dr. Edward Morgan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Shreveport, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Morgan has performed 43 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#29 in Louisiana) and 23 hip replacements, for a combined total of 66 procedures.
In Louisiana, Dr. Morgan performs near average in knee (43 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (23 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Morgan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (43 cases) and hip replacements (23 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. Morgan's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 117 procedures in 2014 before settling at 66 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Morgan's 43 verified procedures is near 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. Morgan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Morgan's recorded volume peaked at 117 procedures in 2014 and stood at 66 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Morgan
How does Dr. Morgan's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Morgan has performed 66 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Louisiana average of 54 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Morgan ranks #31 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Morgan perform?
Dr. Morgan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases) and hip replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Morgan 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. Morgan 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. Morgan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 66 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Morgan's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Morgan's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 117 procedures in 2014 and was 66 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Morgan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Morgan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Morgan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Morgan is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center, Inc.
How does Dr. Morgan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport, Dr. Morgan ranks #9 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. Morgan practices?
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. Morgan's 66 Medicare procedures are below the Shreveport average of 138. 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. Charles Lobrano | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Pearson | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Talbert | 91 | Hip, Knee |
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