Dr. Aadit Shah, MD
Contact & Location
Stony Brook, NY 11794
Dr. Aadit Shah is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stony Brook, New York. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Shah has performed 36 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#85 in New York) and 21 knee replacements, for a combined total of 57 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Shah performs near average in hip (36 vs 42 avg), below average in knee (21 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Shah's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (36 cases) and knee replacements (21 cases).
Stony Brook is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Stony Brook area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Shah first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Shah's 36 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Shah Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shah 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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Shah
How does Dr. Shah's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Shah has performed 57 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Shah ranks #126 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shah perform?
Dr. Shah's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (36 cases) and knee replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shah in Stony Brook?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Stony Brook 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 York surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Shah 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. Shah's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 57 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Shah perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Shah's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (36 cases), knee replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shah affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, Henry County Health Center. Dr. Shah maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shah practices?
Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Henry County Health Center (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 Stony Brook, New York
Dr. Shah's 57 Medicare procedures are above the Stony Brook average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Stony Brook.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Seth Korbin | 50 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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