Shoulder
Dr. Ryan Lohre, MD
Dr. Ryan Lohre is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boston, Massachusetts. A Medicare provider since 2021, Dr. Lohre has performed 23 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #25 in Massachusetts.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Lohre performs below average in shoulder (23 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Lohre's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 23 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.
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. Lohre first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lohre's 23 verified procedures is near the national average of 28.
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. Lohre Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Contact & Location
Boston, MA 02114
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lohre
How does Dr. Lohre's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Lohre has performed 23 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. Lohre ranks #159 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lohre perform?
Dr. Lohre's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 23 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lohre 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. Lohre 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. Lohre's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 23 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lohre affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lohre is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham And Women'S Hospital.
How does Dr. Lohre compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boston?
Among the 50 orthopedic surgeons in Boston, Dr. Lohre ranks #43 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Boston has 312 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lohre practices?
Massachusetts General Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Brigham And Women'S Hospital (5 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. Lohre's 23 Medicare procedures are below the Boston average of 187. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Carl Talmo | 312 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Young-Min Kwon | 229 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Bono | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dennis Burke | 210 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Smith | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wolfgang Fitz | 156 | Knee |
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