Dr. Abraham Shurland, M.D.
Contact & Location
781-279-7040
Stoneham, MA 02180
Northborough, MA 01532
Malden, MA 02148
Brockton, MA 02301
Dr. Shurland performs more knee replacement procedures than 55% of orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #72 of 160 ranked knee surgeons in Massachusetts.
About Dr. Shurland
Practice. Dr. Abraham Shurland is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stoneham, Massachusetts. The latest annual CMS data records 43 knee replacements. That is #72 in Massachusetts for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 29 procedures a year to 43, up 48%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 43 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Stoneham has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 29 |
| 2014 | 0 | 33 |
| 2015 | 21 | 45 |
| 2016 | 0 | 48 |
| 2017 | 0 | 48 |
| 2018 | 0 | 39 |
| 2019 | 0 | 32 |
| 2020 | 0 | 32 |
| 2021 | 0 | 41 |
| 2022 | 0 | 44 |
| 2023 | 0 | 44 |
| 2024 | 0 | 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 23% to 28% for knee 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. Shurland Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shurland's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 48% from 29 procedures in 2013 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Shurland
How does Dr. Shurland's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Shurland has performed 43 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Massachusetts average is 74 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Shurland ranks #110 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shurland perform?
Dr. Shurland's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 43 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shurland in Stoneham?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Stoneham 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 Massachusetts surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Shurland 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Shurland's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 190 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. Shurland's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Shurland's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 29 procedures in 2013 to 43 in the most recent data, a 48% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 66 procedures in 2015.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shurland affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shurland is affiliated with Melrosewakefield Healthcare, Winchester Hospital.
How does Dr. Shurland compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Stoneham?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Stoneham, Dr. Shurland ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Shurland is among the highest-volume surgeons in Stoneham.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shurland practices?
Melrosewakefield Healthcare (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Winchester Hospital (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 Stoneham, Massachusetts
Dr. Shurland's 43 Medicare procedures are above the Stoneham average of 35. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Stoneham.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Evan Zahner | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Marie Walcott | 13 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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