Dr. Shian Peterson, M.D.
Contact & Location
Bethesda, MD 20889
Dr. Shian Peterson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Peterson has performed 50 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#47 in Maryland) and 28 hip replacements, for a combined total of 78 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Peterson performs near average in knee (50 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (28 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Peterson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (50 cases) and hip replacements (28 cases).
Bethesda is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bethesda area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Peterson first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Peterson's 50 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Peterson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Peterson
How does Dr. Peterson's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Peterson has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Maryland average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Peterson ranks #50 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Peterson perform?
Dr. Peterson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Peterson in Bethesda?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Bethesda 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. Peterson 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. Peterson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 78 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Peterson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Peterson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Peterson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bethesda?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Bethesda, Dr. Peterson ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bethesda has 397 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bethesda, Maryland
Dr. Peterson's 78 Medicare procedures are below the Bethesda average of 142. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bethesda.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Cannova | 397 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sridhar Durbhakula | 230 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carey Politzer | 101 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Min Lu | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kurt Schluntz | 67 | Knee |
| Dr. Craig Miller | 45 | Shoulder |
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