Dr. Brian Davison, MD
Dr. Brian Davison is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gahanna, Ohio. Dr. Davison has performed 13 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#186 in Ohio) and 12 knee replacements, for a combined total of 25 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Davison performs below average in hip (13 vs 31 avg), below average in knee (12 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Davison's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (13 cases) and knee replacements (12 cases).
Gahanna is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gahanna area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Davison's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2019 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. Davison's 13 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Davison Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Gahanna, OH 43230
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Davison's recorded volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2019 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Davison
How does Dr. Davison's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Davison has performed 25 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Davison ranks #263 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Davison perform?
Dr. Davison's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (13 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Davison in Gahanna?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Gahanna 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Davison 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. Davison's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Davison's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Davison's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2019 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. Davison perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Davison's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (13 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Davison affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Davison is affiliated with Mount Carmel East, Mount Carmel St Ann'S.
How does Dr. Davison compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gahanna?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Gahanna, Dr. Davison ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Davison is among the highest-volume surgeons in Gahanna.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Davison practices?
Mount Carmel East (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mount Carmel St Ann'S (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 Gahanna, Ohio
Dr. Davison's 25 Medicare procedures are below the Gahanna average of 65. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gahanna.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joel Politi | 221 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Williard | 40 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Martin | 23 | Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Westerheide | 15 | Shoulder |
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