Dr. Ayesha Abdeen, M.D.
Contact & Location
Boston, MA 02215
Dr. Ayesha Abdeen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Abdeen has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#149 in Massachusetts) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 27 procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Abdeen performs below average in knee (14 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Abdeen's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (14 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Boston is home to 50 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Boston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Abdeen's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 101 procedures in 2018 before settling at 27 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Abdeen's 14 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Abdeen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Abdeen's recorded volume peaked at 101 procedures in 2018 and stood at 27 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. Abdeen
How does Dr. Abdeen's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Abdeen has performed 27 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. Abdeen ranks #149 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Abdeen perform?
Dr. Abdeen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Abdeen in Boston?
Yes. There are 50 orthopedic surgeons in Boston 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. Abdeen 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. Abdeen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Abdeen's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Abdeen's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 101 procedures in 2018 and was 27 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. Abdeen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Abdeen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Abdeen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Abdeen is affiliated with Boston Medical Center Corporation-.
How does Dr. Abdeen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boston?
Among the 50 orthopedic surgeons in Boston, Dr. Abdeen ranks #42 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Boston has 305 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Abdeen practices?
Boston Medical Center Corporation- (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 Boston, Massachusetts
Dr. Abdeen's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Boston average of 184. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Carl Talmo | 305 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Young-Min Kwon | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Bono | 204 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Pagani | 178 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Smith | 170 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dennis Burke | 169 | Hip, Knee |
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