Dr. Shea Taylor
Contact & Location
Lebanon, NH 03756
Dr. Shea Taylor is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lebanon, New Hampshire. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Taylor has performed 14 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#32 in New Hampshire) and 11 knee replacements, for a combined total of 25 procedures.
In New Hampshire, Dr. Taylor performs below average in hip (14 vs 40 avg), below average in knee (11 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Taylor's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (14 cases) and knee replacements (11 cases).
Lebanon is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lebanon area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Taylor's Medicare data spans 3 years, beginning in 2022. Volume peaked at 49 procedures in 2023 before settling at 25 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Taylor's 14 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Taylor Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Hampshire state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Taylor's recorded volume peaked at 49 procedures in 2023 and stood at 25 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Taylor
How does Dr. Taylor's procedure volume compare to other New Hampshire surgeons?
Dr. Taylor has performed 25 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Hampshire average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Taylor ranks #42 out of 56 orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Taylor perform?
Dr. Taylor's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (14 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Taylor in Lebanon?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Lebanon 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 New Hampshire surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Taylor 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. Taylor's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Taylor's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Taylor's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 49 procedures in 2023 and was 25 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Taylor perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Taylor's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (14 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Taylor affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Taylor is affiliated with Flowers Hospital, Southeast Health Medical Center, Wiregrass Medical Center. Dr. Taylor maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Taylor compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lebanon?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Lebanon, Dr. Taylor ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lebanon has 189 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Taylor practices?
Flowers Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Southeast Health Medical Center (4 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 Lebanon, New Hampshire
Dr. Taylor's 25 Medicare procedures are below the Lebanon average of 101. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lebanon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Garrett Davis | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Dwyer | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wayne Moschetti | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John-Erik Bell | 83 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Marcus Coe | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Orem | 76 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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