Dr. Harrison Solomon, M.D.
Contact & Location
301-949-8100
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Dr. Solomon performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 5% of orthopedic surgeons in Maryland, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #35 of 37 ranked shoulder surgeons in Maryland.
About Dr. Solomon
Practice. Dr. Harrison Solomon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chevy Chase, Maryland. The latest annual CMS data records 11 shoulder replacements. That is #35 in Maryland for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 3 years. Volume has held between 11 and 18 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 11 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Chevy Chase has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Solomon also holds hospital privileges in MD and DC, a practice that extends beyond Maryland.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 11 |
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. Solomon Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Solomon's procedure volume has been consistent across 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 18 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Solomon
How does Dr. Solomon's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Solomon has performed 11 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. Solomon ranks #165 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Solomon perform?
Dr. Solomon's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Solomon in Chevy Chase?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Chevy Chase 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. Solomon 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. Solomon's total volume across all insurers at roughly 30 to 40 procedures against the 11 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. Solomon's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Solomon's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 18 procedures per year between 2017 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Solomon affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Solomon is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital, Holy Cross Germantown Hospital, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Solomon maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Solomon compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chevy Chase?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Chevy Chase, Dr. Solomon ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Chevy Chase has 206 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Solomon practices?
Holy Cross Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Holy Cross Germantown Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Medstar Georgetown University 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 Chevy Chase, Maryland
Dr. Solomon's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Chevy Chase average of 90. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chevy Chase.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gautam Siram | 206 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Melvin | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Antoni Goral | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Marc Connell | 70 | Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Scully | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Zohair Alam | 48 | Hip, Knee |
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