Dr. Jacob Friedman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Shelby, North Carolina. In 2023, Dr. Friedman performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#174 in North Carolina) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 33 procedures.
Dr. Friedman recorded 33 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. North Carolina has 294 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Friedman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Shelby is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Shelby area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
Hospital Affiliations
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Friedman
How does Dr. Friedman's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Friedman performed 33 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The North Carolina average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Friedman ranks #200 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Friedman perform?
Dr. Friedman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Friedman in Shelby?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Shelby 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Friedman represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Friedman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Shelby, North Carolina
Compare Dr. Friedman's volume with other surgeons practicing in Shelby.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Stucky | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Hayes | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Bruce Cox | 16 | Knee |
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