Dr. Andrea Bowers, MD
Contact & Location
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Dr. Andrea Bowers is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bowers has performed 39 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #8 in New Jersey.
In New Jersey, Dr. Bowers performs above average in shoulder (39 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Bowers's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 39 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Mount Laurel is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mount Laurel area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bowers extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 39 in the most recent data, a 86% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bowers's 39 verified procedures is above the national average of 29.
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. Bowers Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bowers's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 86% from 21 procedures in 2014 to 39 in the most recent data.
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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bowers
How does Dr. Bowers's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Bowers has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Bowers ranks #93 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bowers perform?
Dr. Bowers's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 39 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Bowers with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Bowers ranks #8 in New Jersey for shoulder replacement with 39 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 184 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bowers in Mount Laurel?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Laurel 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 Jersey surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bowers 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. Bowers's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bowers's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bowers's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2014 to 39 in the most recent data, a 86% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bowers affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bowers is affiliated with Virtua Mount Holly Hospital, West Jersey Hospital.
How does Dr. Bowers compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mount Laurel?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Laurel, Dr. Bowers ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bowers is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mount Laurel.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bowers practices?
Virtua Mount Holly Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); West Jersey 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 Mount Laurel, New Jersey
Dr. Bowers's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Mount Laurel average of 60. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mount Laurel.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Goldstein | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Khoa Nguyen | 62 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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