Shoulder
Dr. Mark Callanan, MD
Dr. Mark Callanan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Shreveport, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Callanan has performed 19 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #13 in Louisiana.
In Louisiana, Dr. Callanan performs below average in shoulder (19 vs 25 avg).
Dr. Callanan's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 19 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.
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.
Medicare records for Dr. Callanan extend back to 2020, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 19 in the most recent data, a 27% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Callanan's 19 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Callanan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Contact & Location
Shreveport, LA 71105
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Callanan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 27% from 15 procedures in 2020 to 19 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. Callanan
How does Dr. Callanan's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Callanan has performed 19 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Louisiana average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Callanan ranks #86 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Callanan perform?
Dr. Callanan's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Callanan with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Callanan ranks #13 in Louisiana for shoulder replacement with 19 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 118 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Callanan 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. Callanan 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. Callanan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 19 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Callanan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Callanan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2020 to 19 in the most recent data, a 27% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 26 procedures in 2021.
Which hospitals is Dr. Callanan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Callanan is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center, Inc, Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System.
How does Dr. Callanan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport, Dr. Callanan ranks #14 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. Callanan practices?
Willis Knighton Medical Center, Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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. Callanan's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Shreveport average of 132. 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. Benjamin Feibel | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Morgan | 84 | Hip, Knee |
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