Contact & Location
410-871-0088
Westminster, MD 21157
Washington, DC 20007
Dr. Velott performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 10% of orthopedic surgeons in Maryland, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #33 of 37 ranked shoulder surgeons in Maryland.
About Dr. Velott
Practice. Dr. Anthony Velott is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Westminster, Maryland. The latest annual CMS data records 12 shoulder replacements. That is #33 in Maryland for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Dr. Velott first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 12 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Westminster 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
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 12 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. 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. Velott Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Velott
How does Dr. Velott's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Velott has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Maryland average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Velott ranks #161 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Velott perform?
Dr. Velott's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Velott in Westminster?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Westminster 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 Maryland surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Velott 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, which puts Dr. Velott's total volume across all insurers at roughly 30 to 40 procedures against the 12 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Velott affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Velott is affiliated with Carroll Hospital Center.
How does Dr. Velott compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Westminster?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Westminster, Dr. Velott ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Velott is among the highest-volume surgeons in Westminster.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Velott practices?
Carroll Hospital Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Westminster, Maryland
Dr. Velott's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Westminster average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Westminster.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Silber | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Matz | 25 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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