Dr. Benjamin Brill, D.O.
Contact & Location
978-534-6333
Leominster, MA 01453
Worcester, MA 01605
Dr. Brill performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 10% of orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #41 of 46 ranked shoulder surgeons in Massachusetts.
About Dr. Brill
Practice. Dr. Benjamin Brill is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Leominster, Massachusetts. The latest annual CMS data records 13 shoulder replacements and 12 knee replacements, 25 procedures in all. That is #41 in Massachusetts for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2013.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 11 procedures a year to 25, up 127%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 13 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Leominster 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 | 0 |
| 2022 | 12 | 0 |
| 2023 | 16 | 0 |
| 2024 | 12 | 13 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 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. Brill Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in Massachusetts
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brill's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 127% from 11 procedures in 2021 to 25 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brill
How does Dr. Brill's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Brill has performed 25 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. Brill ranks #154 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brill perform?
Dr. Brill's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (13 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brill in Leominster?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Leominster 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. Brill 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Brill's total volume across all insurers at roughly 80 to 100 procedures against the 25 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. Brill's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brill's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2021 to 25 in the most recent data, a 127% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 25 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Brill perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brill's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (13 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brill affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brill is affiliated with Health Alliance - Clinton Hospital, Heywood Hospital -.
How does Dr. Brill compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Leominster?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Leominster, Dr. Brill ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Brill is among the highest-volume surgeons in Leominster.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brill practices?
Health Alliance - Clinton Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Heywood 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 Leominster, Massachusetts
Dr. Brill's 25 Medicare procedures are below the Leominster average of 42. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Leominster.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Jones | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kelton Burbank | 11 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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