Dr. Troy Shields, MD
Contact & Location
Reno, NV 89503
Dr. Troy Shields is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reno, Nevada. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Shields has performed 18 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#14 in Nevada) and 15 knee replacements, for a combined total of 33 procedures.
In Nevada, Dr. Shields performs below average in shoulder (18 vs 29 avg), below average in knee (15 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Shields's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (18 cases) and knee replacements (15 cases).
Reno is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Reno area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Shields first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Shields's 18 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 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. Shields Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shields has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Shields
How does Dr. Shields's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Shields has performed 33 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Nevada average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Shields ranks #38 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shields perform?
Dr. Shields's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (18 cases) and knee replacement (15 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Shields with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Shields ranks #14 in Nevada for shoulder replacement with 18 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shields in Reno?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Reno 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 Nevada surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Shields 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. Shields's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Shields perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Shields's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (18 cases), knee replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shields affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shields is affiliated with Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Renown South Meadows Medical Center, Carson Valley Health, Renown Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Shields compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Reno?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Reno, Dr. Shields ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Reno has 318 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shields practices?
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Renown South Meadows Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Carson Valley Health (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Reno, Nevada
Dr. Shields's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Reno average of 158. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Reno.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chad Watts | 318 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sanjai Shukla | 220 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jackson Jones | 205 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Boyden | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hilary Malcarney | 106 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Shonnard | 94 | Hip, Knee |
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